How to Speak to Someone Who's Hesitant to Get Vaccinated

As a pediatrician, Dr. Edith Bracho-Sanchez spends many of her days with nervous moms and dads listening to reasons why they're worried about their kids receiving vaccinations.

"It often manifests as just complete disagreements on how to raise kids," said Bracho-Sanchez.

To navigate the complexity, she tells her families that she would never judge parents or accuse them of not loving their kids any less if they're afraid of vaccinations. She just asks that they talk about it.

For some childhood vaccines it can take years, but skeptical parents often come around.

She is now applying those hard won experiences, in a more accelerated way, nudging families toward getting shots for their kids in how she talks with her own family members hesitant to get their Covid-19 shot.

"These are new vaccines and that comes with a reaction and a fear that is very real," she said. "I think we also have to remember there is massive misinformation out there."

Her skills, and those of pediatricians like her, can help you as you talk with your own loved ones about getting protected against Covid-19. Read More