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I have the flu and don't want my 2 month old to get it!?

i know i need to wash my hands and try to stay away from her as much as possible, but i'm breastfeeding so that's not entirely possible. does my husband need to stay home from work? i also have a 4 yr old but am not as worried about him (since he's older) as i am about my daughter who is so young.
anything else i should do?

Do not stop breastfeeding.

You will pass on immunity from your breast milk.

Wash your hands frequently, especially after you sneeze or cough (into your hands..I like to open my shirt and sneeze and cough in there so I don't spread germs through the air)

It might be a good idea for your husband to stay home for work..but the flu lasts longer than a cold.


It is a good idea to rest (immunity builds up while we sleep) do not stress (immunity is depleted when we stress) eat healthy, drink plenty of water and boost your intake of antioxidants.


Also, you should be worried about your four year old getting it because it may cause harm to his respiratory system..he is still young and his immune system is not mature yet.


Other than basic hygiene I wouldn't worry too much.


I rarely get sick, but when I do I have those disposable masks that I wear around my kids so I don't get them sick.It looks ridicules but I rather look like that then have sick kids!


When you are over this, make sure to clean all surfaces as well as your beds sheets etc.

Hope you feel better soon!

what does the pediatrician say??

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