A 31-year-old member asked:
Is it harmful to use hand sanitizer before holding a baby?
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Dr. Hylton Lightmananswered
Pediatrics - Adolescent Medicine 46 years experience
No: Rub hands well so they are dry.
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A member asked:
Should be sanitize their hands before holding a baby?
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Dr. Anatoly Belilovskyanswered
Pediatrics 37 years experience
Yes: Depends on what you did before picking up the baby, of course, but in general, it's a good idea.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
6.6k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated Sep 28, 2016
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