What You Need to Know About Breastfeeding in an Era of COVID-19
Aug 26, 2021
You’re doing a great job of protecting yourself and others from the new
coronavirus SARS-CoV-2. You’re following all the guidelines,
including physical distancing and washing your hands frequently. But
what’s the deal with breastfeeding during this time?
Fortunately, protecting your little ones is similar to protecting yourself, even
when it comes to your very little one who’s breastfeeding.
Keep in mind that scientists are still learning about this new virus, and
medical research is ongoing. But from what experts know so far, it’s safe to
breastfeed your baby. However, this situation calls for some special
precautions, especially if you have any symptoms of the novel coronavirus
disease COVID-19.
