Lulu unfortunately in our sanitised society many people are unaware (thankfully) of the impact of influenza on those with compromised immunity.

"I've got the flu" is probably the most overused statement that is used. Influenza A is a hideous illness that goes on for weeks and weeks. In those with compromised immunity (pregnancy, young kids, elderly, terminally ill etc) this disease can in fact become life threatening.

Having said that I was stridently advised to have Imogen vaccinated before she was transferred from the tertiary hospital she was in & I declined. She was actually later found to have a condition that she wouldn't have withstood that vaccination.

It is my personal opinion for my children that I would not risk the side affects. like another poster I protect my kids as best I can with quarantine when they are unwell, good quality food, sleep, water & no exposure to big crowds etc.

I also am not advised to vaccinate my kids - I though live in an area with a very very low vaccination rate.