Due to the growing concern regarding a link between childhood vaccinations and autism, it is forcing parents to make Solomon like decisions regarding their children’s developmental and physical health. With the increasing number of celebrities “coming out” about their child’s struggle with autism, it is no wonder that more and more parents are deciding not to vaccinate their children. But the question looms, “at what cost?” I have two children who were diagnosed with autism. It is an understatement to say that it has changed my family’s life. However, though there have been challenges, I would not change a thing about my son or my daughter who have autism. They have an inner strength that amazes me daily; they are unique and loving people who I am proud to know. There is still alot of controversy as to whether the reported link between vaccinations and autism is truly real. What is real is that 10 years ago, there were 1 in 10,000 children diagnosed, but now it is about 1 in 150 children. There is something going on. But like anything else, we as parents need to research, research, research, until we find the answers we need to make the best informed decision about our children as we can.
Peace 
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