In the midst of all kinds of epidemics and viruses, parents want to protect their children as much as possible from the impending danger. In fact, there are no supernatural rules in this case, it is not difficult to protect an infant from the flu.
Instructions
Step 1
Any parent knows that contact of their baby with already infected people is dangerous in terms of infection. Therefore, limit communication and all kinds of contact of the baby with such people and wait for their complete recovery. It is also necessary to stop going to visit those people who have at least one sick person in their house. Typically, the virus can be found both on various objects (for example, door handles and furniture), and in the air.
Step 2
It is extremely important to monitor the hygiene of the baby, wipe his hands and face throughout the day. Disinfect toys thoroughly, wash them at least once a week with a special detergent. Most of all, the child is in contact with them, they, as a rule, are most often found on the floor, and then in the baby's mouth. Carry out regular wet cleaning of the room. It is necessary to wipe the dust daily, and wash the floors at least every other day. Remember to ventilate the room.
Step 3
The baby's nutrition should be complete, with a sufficient amount of vitamins and minerals. Foods rich in bifidobacteria play a role among the natural defenses against influenza. Introduce fermented milk products such as kefir and fermented baked milk into the child's daily diet.
Step 4
There are medications for the prevention of influenza in babies. For example - children's Anaferon. It helps the child's body to produce its own interferons. During flu epidemics, give your baby one tablet every day, this will increase the formation of natural protective factors in the baby's body.
Step 5
If the baby is still breastfed, then he receives antibodies to viruses with mother's milk. In addition, medications can also be found in breast milk. Therefore, take antiviral medications, the child will receive them with milk.
