Pool Safety For Babies

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When you become a parent, your view of the world changes. You’re worried about every potential threat to your new little one, both out in the world and in your home. You may have baby-proofed your electrical outlets, toilets, refrigerator, and more, but do you know how to baby-proof your swimming pool? Why are swimming […]

Cold Sores and Your Baby: What You Need to Know

Cold Sores and Babies
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  • Cold sores are caused by one of the herpes simplex viruses, HSV-1. There's no cure for the virus, and even if you don't have symptoms or an actual cold sore, you can still spread it.
  • While rare, HSV-1 infections in newborns can be deadly, causing severe brain damage. This includes transmission during birth through the vaginal canal, or by kissing a newborn baby on the face or sharing a toy or cup.
  • You can protect your baby from a cold sore by working with your OB/GYN if you know you have HSV-1 and avoiding a vaginal birth, as well as keeping baby away from adults who have cold sores. While it is more contagious when a person has an active cold sore, remember that the virus can still spread even without one.

Article at a Glance Cold sores are caused by one of the herpes simplex viruses, HSV-1. There’s no cure for the virus, and even if you don’t have symptoms or an actual cold sore, you can still spread it. While rare, HSV-1 infections in newborns can be deadly, causing severe brain damage. This includes transmission […]

Should I Exercise While Pregnant?

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Pregnancy feels like it changes everything. Even before your baby bump starts showing, you won’t be able to stop thinking about the new little person growing and developing in your belly. You may be worried about what to eat and drink, how much sleep you’re getting, and what medications you’re taking. You know you’re going to […]