Recommended Vaccinations for Infants and Children, Parent-Friendly Version f your child misses a shot recommended for their age, talk to your child’s doctor as soon as possible to see when the missed shot can be given.If your child has any medical conditions that put them at risk for infection (e.g., sickle cell, HIV infection, cochlear implants) or is traveling outside the United States, talk to your child’s doctor about additional vaccines that they may need.Talk with your child’s doctor if you have questions about any shot recommended for your child.