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Dr. Paul's New Book

The Vaccine-Friendly Plan

Dr. Paul's Safe and Effective Approach to Immunity and Health- from Pregnancy Through Your Child's Teen Years
Paul Thomas, M.D., is a vaccine-friendly doctor, knowledgeable about both the latest scientific research and the community's disease exposure, and respectful of a family's risk factors, health history, and concerns. In The Vaccine-Friendly Plan, he presents his proven approach to building immunity, a new protocol that limits a child's exposure to aluminum, mercury, and other neurotoxins while building overall good health. Based on the results from his pediatric practice of more that eleven thousand children, as well as data from other credible and scientifically minded medical doctors, Dr. Paul's vaccine-friendly protocol gives readers:
  • recommendations for a healthy pregnancy and childbirth
  • vital information about what to expect at every well child visit from birth through adolescence
  • a slower, evidence-based vaccine schedule that calls for only one aluminum-containing shot at a time
  • important questions to ask about your child's first few weeks, first years, and beyond
  • advice about how to talk to health care providers when you have concerns
  • the risks associated with opting out of vaccinations
  • a practical approach to common illnesses throughout the school years
  • simple tips and tricks for healthy eating and toxin-free living at any age
​Accessible and reassuring, The Vaccine-Friendly Plan presents a new standard for pediatric care, giving parents peace of mind in raising happy, healthy children.
​​Here is what others are saying:
“A valuable, science-supported guide to optimizing your child’s health while you navigate through complex choices in a toxic, challenging world.”
~MARTHA HERBERT, M.D., Ph.D., assistant professor of Neurology, Harvard Medical School, and author of The Autism Revolution
“This well-written and thought-provoking book will encourage parents to think through decisions- such as food choices and the timing of vaccines- that affect the well-being of their children. In a world where children’s immune systems are increasingly challenged, this is a timely addition to the literature.”
~HARRIET LERNER, Ph.D., best-selling author of The Dance of Anger and The Mother Dance:How Children Change Your Life  ​
​"Personalized health care based on the needs an vulnerabilities of individuals is the way to deliver optimal medical care. In this book you will learn a new way of thinking about vaccines. Rather that a one-size-fits-all vaccine strategy, the authors suggest thoughtful, individualized decisions based on research and collaberation between parents and clinicians- a plan to optimize a child's immune system and minimize any risks." ~ELIZABETH MUMPER, M.D., FAAP, IFMCP, CEO of the Rimland Center for Integrative Pediatrics
“An impressively researched guide, this important book is essential reading for parents. With clear and practical advice for shielding children from harmful toxins, it will compel us all to think differently about how to protect health.” 
~JAY GORDON, M.D., FAAP
"Finally, a book about vaccines that respects parents! If you choose only one book to read on the topic, read The Vaccine-Friendly Plan. This impeccably researched, well-balanced book puts you in the driver’s seat and empowers you to make conscientious vaccine decisions for your family.”
~PEGGY O’MARA, editor and publisher, Mothering Magazine
​"Impressive and compelling...Whether your're trying to conceive or already parenting teens, you need to read The Vaccine-Friendly Plan. It's about so much more than just vaccines-this book is a comprehensive guide that gives you everything you need to know to keep your children safe and healthy. I'ss be recommending it far and wide." ~Lyn Redwood, R.N., co-founder of the Coalition for SafeMinds
"The Vaccine-Friendly Plan is a treasure trove of of scientific facts mixed with common sense. Paul Thomas and Jennifer Margulis encourage parents to follow their instincts, to do their own research as it pertains to their family's health, and to rethink what is true health care. likewise, they challenge doctors to step it up and look further into the latest research that impacts the health of their youngest patients."
~MARY ROMANIEC, author of Victory over Autism: Practical Steps and Wisdom toward Recovery for the Whole Family 
Key Citations
Please note that this is not a comprehensive list of citations. For a complete list, please see the Notes section of the book, starting on page 341
Chapter 1- Toxins, Toxins, Toxins: Raising Healthy Children in a Poisoned World
Chapter 2- Pregnancy Matters: Protecting Your Baby Before Birth
Chapter 3- Welcome to the World, Baby: The First Four Hours of Life
Chapter 4- The First Two Weeks of Life
Chapter 5- The Two-Month Visit: Baby's First Vaccines
Chapter 6- Keeping Your Baby Healthy in the First Nine Months
Chapter 7- Your One-Year-Old
Chapter 8- The Toddler and Preschool Years
Chapter 9- Baby's Going to School? Common Illnesses, Common Complaints, and Common Sense About Vaccines for Your School-Age Child
Chapter 10- "It's Your Fault I Failed My Driver's License Test, Mo-om!" Keeping Preteens and Teens Healthy WIthout Sacrificing Your Sanity
Chapter 11- The Best Ways to Support Your Child's Immune System: Dr. Paul's Cheat Sheet
​DR. PAUL’S NEWEST BOOK

The Addiction Spectrum

​On sale September 4, 2018
Available for Pre-order now!
Opiate addiction is the single greatest public health crisis facing Americans—it affects over 2 million people and kills 115 of them every single day. 
Drug overdose is now the leading cause of death for Americans under fifty. Even as opiate addiction skyrockets, more people than ever before are hooked on alcohol, sedatives, cigarettes, and even screens.
The face and prevalence of addiction has changed and evolved, but our solutions to addiction are stuck in the past. No one understands this more than dr. Paul Thomas, who recovered from alcohol addiction early in his career and founded one of the most effective rehabilitation centers for teens and young adults in his hometown of Portland, OR. 
​Using the best conventional medicine alongside the new science of alternative health, dr. Paul has treated thousands of patients with the life-saving solutions provided in the addiction spectrum.
by Paul Thomas, M.D. and
​Jennifer Margulis, Ph.D.

Dr. Paul Approved

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Dr. Paul Thomas
“The time has come to take our health and that of our children into our own hands.
 
Gone are the days when you could blindly follow your doctor’s recommendations or count on your health plan or some government agency to put your best interests first.
 
We owe it to ourselves and our children to remain constantly educated and informed so that we can make the best health decisions for ourselves and our families.”
​Dr. Paul
Board-certified pediatrician Dr. Paul Thomas (“Dr. Paul”) is one of the preeminent children’s health specialists and authors in the U.S. Uniquely, he is also a diplomat of the American Board of Addiction Medicine and a fellow of The American Board of Integrative and Holistic Medicine.
There’s a reason why Dr. Paul has hundreds of thousands of followers. Actually, there are many reasons.
​Dr. Paul is a passionate advocate for progressive healthcare for children and their parents. (He and his wife are parents to nine children, six of whom they adopted.)
 
Dr. Paul is also dedicated to helping adolescents, teens and adults overcome drug and alcohol dependence and addictive behaviors.
 
His mission is to provide vital information, resources and guidance to help children and their parents live healthy, productive lives.
 
Dr. Paul has over half a million followers throughout the world who are guided by his advice on integrative, progressive health care and nutrition for children and their parents.
 
Dr. Paul is author of the best-selling book, The Vaccine-Friendly Plan published by Ballantine Books.  His new book, The Addiction Spectrum, is being published by HarperOne, September 4th 2018.
 
Dr. Paul Approved brings you the best and most important research, information, products, vitamins and nutritional supplements, books, videos, blogs and other recommendations from Dr. Paul Thomas.
 
In addition to his health focus on young children, adolescents and young adults, Dr. Paul is also committed to helping parents make informed and proactive decisions about their children’s health and well-being, as well as their own.