Category：COVID-19
Breastfeeding Advice during Quarantine (from CHP, DH)
Breastfeeding Advice during Quarantine (from Centre for Health Protection, Department of Health on 30 Mar 2021) During the quarantine period, should I continue breastfeeding? Please discuss with healthcare professionals and family regarding whether or not to continue breastfeeding. Breastfeeding brings a lot of health benefits to mothers and babies, including... Read More(2021-03-31)
Can I breastfeed my child if I have suspected or confirmed COVID-19?
Health advice on Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19), from Family Health Service, DH https://www.fhs.gov.hk/english/news/nCov2019/ Can I breastfeed my child if I have suspected or confirmed COVID-19? Breastfeeding brings a lot of health benefits to mothers and babies, including optimal nutrition, antibodies and active cells which can boost child's immunity. The currently available limited... Read More(2021-03-31)
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19): Breastfeeding
Coronavirus disease (COVID-19): Breastfeeding –from World Health Organization (WHO): https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/question-and-answers-hub/q-a-detail/coronavirus-disease-covid-19-breastfeeding Q&A Can COVID-19 be passed through breastfeeding? Transmission of active COVID-19 (virus that can cause infection) through breast milk and breastfeeding has not been detected to date. There is no reason to avoid or stop breastfeeding. In communities... Read More(2020-05-10)