How did you decide on the pediatric immunization schedule vs spacing?

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I'm a new parent and my pediatrician provided the standard pediatric immunization schedule, but I'm feeling anxious about the number of vaccines given at each well-baby visit. I want to protect my child from serious diseases, but I'm also concerned about potential side effects and the overall vaccine load on their developing immune system. For other parents who have navigated these concerns, how did you research and make decisions about following the recommended schedule versus alternative spacing? What resources or conversations with healthcare providers helped you feel most confident, and how did you handle the practical aspects, like managing discomfort or fever after shots? I'm looking for balanced, evidence-based perspectives.