What you need to know about breastfeeding and the COVID vaccine
We asked our specialists at Children’s National to answer some questions about the COVID vaccine and breastfeeding.
I’m having a baby during the pandemic – when can people come visit?
COVID-19 has many new parents wondering about things they would normally take for granted, like when friends and family can safely visit their new baby.
Pregnancy and the COVID-19 pandemic
We’ve compiled some frequently asked questions which cover concerns about getting pregnant or being pregnant during COVID-19, as well as how the virus may affect infants.
Can I breastfeed if I have COVID-19?
The bottom line is that if you have tested positive for COVID-19, in all likelihood it is safe to continue to breastfeed your child.