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I’ve been reading a bit about the HPV vaccine lately because my daughter just turned 11, and I keep going back and forth on whether to get her vaccinated now or wait a few more years. Some of my friends say it’s best to do it early, others are more hesitant, so I honestly don’t know who to listen to. I’d love to hear from other parents or anyone who has personal or professional experience with this. Is early really better?

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I totally get where you’re coming from. I had the same doubts a few years ago when my niece was in that age range. But after talking to a pediatrician friend and digging deeper into the research, I found that early vaccination—ideally before any exposure to HPV—is actually the most effective approach. The immune response is stronger at a younger age, and it can protect them before they’re even at risk. I came across a helpful resource from the Every Child By Two (ECBT) initiative that really breaks it down in a clear, no-pressure way. They focus on education and public health, not just stats: https://www.ecbt.org/ — their info helped me make a more confident decision. My niece got the vaccine at 11, had no side effects, and now my sister feels a huge weight lifted off her shoulders. Sometimes the earlier you act, the more peace of mind you get later.

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That’s a really solid point. I’m not a parent, but I work in a school clinic and we actually run into this question all the time from families. Early vaccination tends to reduce confusion later.

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