![]() ![]() It is really important that you take your baby to any appointments they have, or to get help if you are worried about their health. We have worked with some of the people who might help to look after you and your baby to help you understand what it might be like. You may be anxious about what to expect when you get there, which is understandable. If you have questions about safer sleep contact our information line on 08 or email your baby to a clinic during the Covid crisisĭuring this time you may be worried about taking your baby for their routine appointments at your GP surgery or clinic.Please note the Baby Check app does not diagnose/test for COVID-19 Always seek medical advice if you are worried about your baby – either linked to coronavirus (COVID-19) or any other health issue click here for more information about our Baby Check app.Click here for more advice on temperature and here for more information about our Baby Check app. Babies need fewer layers to lower their body temperature. If your baby is unwell with a cold or fever don’t be tempted to wrap them up more than usual.Make sure they are in their own separate sleep space such as a cot or Moses basket in the same room as you for all day and night sleeps If you show symptoms of coronavirus (COVID-19) try not to cough or sneeze on your baby.The safest place for a baby to sleep is in their own clear, flat, separate sleep space, such as a cot or Moses basket. We understand that isolating at home and/or working from home can put additional pressures on families, however it is really important that your baby has a safe space to sleep. It is important that you continue to follow safer sleep advice to lower the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).Continue to breastfeed your baby if you are doing so.If you have a young baby, continue to follow public health advice: ![]() Coronavirus (COVID-19) and caring for your baby We have put together the following advice on coronavirus (COVID-19) and caring for your baby that is currently available and will keep updating this. We know this may still be a worrying time for everyone and that you may have particular concerns if you are pregnant or have a baby.
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