Originally Posted by
ptquilts
I have heard of pox parties in the past (I am 55) but am surprised they are still going on. there is a vaccine for chickenpox, so why would you WANT your kids to get it, especially since it can lead to shingles?
Because I chose not to immunize my children against something that isn't life threatening and regulated by scientists and government that I don't trust. Immunization for life threatening diseases is different. Be careful of jumping to conclusions and thinking everyone believes as you do.