Just Ask: How do I keep my newborn from catching the flu?
How do I keep my newborn from catching the flu?
Winter months bring the threat of viruses, but there are things you can do to help prevent your newborn from catching the flu:
- Your newborn is too young to be vaccinated, but you can vaccinate the rest of the family.
- Breastfeeding is a natural way to boost your baby’s immune system and help your baby fight the cold or flu should your baby become ill.
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The Doctor is In: Infants and flu shots
Influenza vaccination is now recommended for all children, including infants six months of age and older. Influenza is a viral respiratory infection causing fever, chills, cough, headache, and body aches. The most effective way to protect your baby against influenza is to have him or her receive the influenza vaccination.
Infants can begin receiving influenza vaccine at six months of age. The...
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