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I’m having a baby during the pandemic – when can people come visit?

June 18, 2020/in 0-1 year, Coronavirus, Family Life, Family life, Parenting, Pregnancy, Q&A Forum, Right Highlight /by Rise and Shine

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

May 21, 2020/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, Coronavirus, Family Life, Parenting, Pregnancy, Right Highlight, Risk factors, Symptoms and exposure /by Rise and Shine

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?

March 26, 2020/in 0-1 year, 1-2 years, Breastfeeding, Common Viruses, Coronavirus, Family Life, Infections and Illness, Pregnancy, Right Highlight, Risk factors /by Rise and Shine

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.