my sister in law is positive to covid ....can her feed her 5 months old baby

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ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist4 years ago

A. Dear parent, your sister in law can continue to breastfeed her 5 months old baby, even if she is Covid positive. Breast milk provides immunity to the child and protects from infections.

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