We know this is a worrying time for everyone, and that you may have particular concerns if you are pregnant or have a baby or have kids. We have put together the advice on coronavirus (COVID-19) and caring for them that is currently available and will keep updating this as we know more.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and caring for your baby
If you have a young baby, continue to follow public health advice:
- Continue to breastfeed your baby if you are doing so
- It is important that you continue to follow safer sleep advice to lower the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)
- If you show symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) try not to cough or sneeze on your baby. Make sure they are in their own separate sleep space such as a cot or Moses basket
- If your baby is unwell with a cold or fever don’t be tempted to wrap them up more than usual. Babies need fewer layers to lower their body temperature.
- Always seek medical advice if you are worried about your baby – either linked to coronavirus (COVID-19) or any other health issue
Coronavirus (COVID-19) advice in pregnancy
If you are pregnant, make sure you are aware of the advice, which is changing continually:
- Pregnant women have been advised to limit social contact for 12 weeks. This means avoiding large gatherings, gatherings with family and friends or meeting in smaller public spaces such as cafes, restaurants and bars.
- Continue to keep all your antenatal appointments while you are well (don’t be surprised if some of these are by phone).
- If you are unwell with signs of coronavirus (COVID-19) please call the hospital and make sure you tell them that you are pregnant.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and caring for your kids
If you have one or two or more kids, continue to follow public health advice:
l You can't count on children to bring up difficult topics. so you need to present yourself as a source of information.
l Keep information simple and useful,trying to keep the conversation productive and positive.
l Validate their concerns and let them know their feelings are real. Tell children that they shouldn't be worried and encourage them to explore their feelings.
l Keep yourself informed so you can be a trustworthy source. This also means practicing what you preach. If you're worried, try to remain calm around your children. Otherwise, they'll see you're asking them to do something you're not abiding by yourself.
l Be compassionate and be patient with them, and stick to normal routines as much as possible. This is especially important when children are staying home and the whole family is in close quarters for a long time.
At last, wish all of us and all the world can recover from this disease soon!
Take care!
Post time: Apr-26-2020