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Sleepy after 8 week immunisations?

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december2020 · 18/01/2021 18:51

DS had his 8 week immunisations this morning , all good, he only grumped for 10 seconds or.

He's been so sleepy since then. Will still feed so appetite hasn't disappeared. Am I right to think this is totally normal?
How long does the sleepiness last for?

FTM, apologies for the stupid question!

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baby410 · 18/01/2021 18:56

Yes it's totally normal, should be back to normal in a day or 2.

Did the nurse give you any aftercare info? http://www.healthscotland.com/uploads/documents/6122-What%20to%20expect%20after%20immunisation.%20Babies%20and%20young%20children-Apr2020-Englishh1.pdf

FizzingWhizzbee123 · 18/01/2021 18:58

Mine was grumpy, clingy and tired for the day. He was fine by the next day. Make sure you do your Calpol doses to avoid a fever.

december2020 · 18/01/2021 19:28

I sent my husband to do the dirty deed as I couldn't face it just yet. I'm such a wuss.

They gave us the info on calpol and dosage as well as the fever and redness/swelling but nothing on potential tiredness or hunger.

He was (understandably) grouchy when we got home but now is mainly eating, sleeping, getting cuddles and feeling a little sorry for himself.

Thank you so much for putting my mind at ease!

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user1493413286 · 18/01/2021 19:45

Mine was sleepy for that day and that night; think he slept his longest stretch that night. Possibly more to do with the calpol than injections though

december2020 · 18/01/2021 22:51

Oooh we may be in for our best night time sleep yet then! Grin

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