New Parent Winter Wellness: Keeping Your Newborn Safe from Seasonal Illnesses

Ravae Sinclair discusses winter wellness for new parents, focusing on protecting newborns from seasonal illnesses like RSV, whooping cough, the flu, the common cold, and COVID-19. Key strategies include prioritizing hand hygiene, cleaning frequently touched surfaces, setting visitor policies, and breastfeeding for immunity. She advises layering babies' clothing with one extra layer than the parent's, using humidifiers to combat dry air, and avoiding crowded places. Emphasizing the importance of parental instincts, Sinclair encourages setting boundaries and taking small, intentional steps to create a safe and cozy environment for newborns during winter.