#asktheexperts safe Covid my baby

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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a Newborn child4 months ago

A. If you're asking how to keep your baby safe from COVID-19, here are some key points to help protect your child and your family: 🛡️ How to Keep Your Baby Safe from COVID-19: ✅ 1. Good Hygiene Practices Wash your hands before touching the baby, feeding, or changing diapers. Ask visitors to wash hands or use sanitizer before holding the baby. Keep baby's hands clean, especially after playing or touching objects. 😷 2. Limit Exposure Avoid crowded public places with your baby unless necessary. Limit visitors, especially if they are sick or recently traveled. Anyone who is sick (cold, fever, cough) should not kiss, touch, or hold the baby. 🧼 3. Clean Surroundings Disinfect commonly touched surfaces (mobiles, doorknobs, baby toys). Wash baby bottles, pacifiers, and feeding items thoroughly. 💉 4. Vaccination Keep baby’s vaccinations up-to-date. Caregivers and family members should be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu. If your baby is older than 6 months, they may be eligible for the COVID-19 vaccine, depending on your country’s guidelines. Consult your pediatrician. 😴 5. Strong Immunity Ensure the baby gets adequate sleep and breastfeeding (if possible) to build immunity. Give nutritious food if your baby is on solids. 👩‍⚕️ 6. Monitor for Symptoms If your baby has: Fever Cough Breathing difficulty Vomiting or diarrhea Call your pediatrician immediately. 🚫 7. No Mask for Babies Under 2 Do NOT put a mask on babies under 2 years old – it can cause breathing difficulties. Instead, ensure that people around the baby wear masks when needed.