(Natural News)—This has gone beyond “vaccine skepticism” folks. The world is coming to the realization that vaccines, and we’re talking ALL of them, are much more of a risk than a benefit, if there’s any benefit at all. In fact, a growing number of pregnant women and young mothers in the U.S. are reconsidering routine childhood vaccinations, according to two nationwide surveys published in JAMA Network Open. The findings show that 60% of respondents are considering delaying or refusing vaccines for their children, a sharp shift from pre-COVID-19 trends when fewer than 25% of parents questioned the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) vaccination schedule.
- 60% of pregnant women and young mothers are hesitant or plan to delay routine childhood vaccines, according to two nationwide surveys published in JAMA Network Open—a sharp increase from pre-COVID vaccine skepticism levels.
- Mothers with previous birth experience showed the highest levels of vaccine skepticism, while 48% of first-time pregnant women said they were still undecided about childhood vaccinations, signaling a shift toward more individualized decision-making.
- Experts suggest growing hesitancy stems from increased access to information and past experiences with COVID-19 vaccines, leading parents to critically assess the risks, timing, and number of vaccines recommended for children.
- Healthcare providers and researchers are urging more early engagement on vaccination discussions, but many experts emphasize that trust is built through respectful dialogue—not pressure—highlighting a shift toward informed, collaborative decision-making between parents and providers.
‘An Encouraging Sign’: 60% of Pregnant Women and Young Mothers May Delay or Refuse Routine Vaccines for Kids
The surveys included responses from 174 pregnant women and 1,765 parents of young children, collected in April 2024. Vaccine hesitancy was most prominent among pregnant women who had already given birth and parents of young children. Notably, 25% of parents said they would refuse at least some vaccines for their children, while 33% expressed intent to skip all or part of the childhood immunization schedule. Nearly half of first-time pregnant women reported being undecided.
Experts believe this trend is a reflection of increased scrutiny and awareness surrounding vaccines, particularly after the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Brian Hooker of Children’s Health Defense (CHD) attributes the shift to both the public’s experience with COVID-19 vaccines and advocacy from figures like Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who has called for comprehensive reviews of childhood health threats—including vaccines.
Dr. Christina Parks, a biologist, emphasized that many mothers are not inherently anti-vaccine but are instead motivated by a desire to understand medical choices more deeply. She notes that for many, the overwhelming number and timing of infant vaccinations can be surprising, prompting parents to conduct their own research—especially if they observe concerning reactions in their child.
Obstetrician-gynecologist Dr. Kimberly Biss echoed this sentiment, saying most of her reproductive-age patients have not received any vaccinations since early 2022. Internal medicine physician Dr. Clayton Baker Jr. sees the trend as a form of critical thinking rather than rejection of medical science. “Parents are waking up,” he said, adding that more are choosing to judge what’s best for their children based on research and personal beliefs, rather than blindly following official recommendations.
Recent studies support this trend. A Vaccines journal article from May 2024 noted a 15.8 percentage point increase in pediatric COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy between 2021 and 2022. Another study showed a decline in vaccine adherence among toddlers in 2021. A Gallup survey also revealed a drop in public support for mandatory childhood vaccinations—from 94% in 2001 to just 69% in 2024.
While the CDC and Emory University researchers suggest more proactive education efforts during pregnancy, critics warn that pushing vaccines too aggressively could have the opposite effect—prompting more parents to question official guidance. Parks stresses that trust is built through open dialogue, not pressure. Many parents now seek partnerships with healthcare providers, not directives.
In short, today’s parents are becoming more engaged and informed about childhood vaccinations. This shift signals not just hesitancy, but a demand for transparency, autonomy, and trust in the healthcare system.
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