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If you get omicron while breastfeeding should you keep breastfeeding? is omicron likely to be mild in a month old infant?
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I would not alter your breastfeeding. If you have omicron you were sheading virus for ~2 day before you knew and will shed virus for 3 days after. What will be has already been in place. The kid needs nutrition and there is emerging evidence that this strain is similar to a cold.
Answered 1/3/2022
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Agree with Dr. Ferguson. Keep breastfeeding. If you are not vaccinated and boosted, get the shots. While you are at it get Flu shot also. Wish you and your child good health!
Answered 1/3/2022
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