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• When Can I Take My Newborn Out in Public? for Parents

  
  

  There are no set rules about how long to wait before taking a newborn out into the world or when to let people near the baby. But here are some guidelines.

• What Is Herd Immunity? for Parents

  
  

  Herd immunity is when many people are immune to a contagious infection, so it's harder for that infection to spread in a community. But does it have a role in the fight against COVID-19?

• Is it Safe to Breastfeed if I Have the Flu? for Parents

  
  

  If you have the flu, you can keep breastfeeding your baby. Learn more.

• Flu (Topic Center) for Parents

  
  

  Learn all about protecting your family from the flu and what to do if your child gets flu-like symptoms.

• Can Kids Get a COVID-19 Vaccine, Flu Vaccine, and RSV Shot at the Same Time? for Parents

  
  

  It's safe for kids to get a COVID-19 vaccine along with any other routine vaccine, including the flu vaccine and RSC shot.

• Is It a Cold, the Flu, an RSV Infection, or COVID-19? for Parents

  
  

  The flu usually makes kids feel worse than if they have a cold. But it's not always easy to tell the difference. Here are tips on what to look for — and what to do.

• Booster Shots for Parents

  
  

  The immune protection from a vaccine can fade over time. Booster shots and additional doses can help. Here's how.

• Feeding Your Family on a Tight Budget for Parents

  
  

  Everyone needs enough healthy food, but many people can't get it all the time. Here are programs that can help.

• Elective Surgery for Parents

  
  

  Elective surgery means you and the doctor decide when the it will happen. Many elective surgeries are important, potentially life-changing operations. Here's how to plan for them.

• Blood Test: Immunoglobulins (IgA, IgG, IgM) for Parents

  
  

  Immunoglobulins (antibodies in the blood) can give doctors important information about the immune system, especially relating to infection or autoimmune disease.