A Complete Parenting Guide on Coronavirus & Parenting

With the worldwide spread of the pandemic COVID-19 everyone is worried about himself and his family’s safety. Taking care of a child can be really difficult. In normal days you might depend largely on the caretakers to take care of them but this is not a normal time. This time you are stripped of your caregivers leaving the sole responsibility of the child on you. If you are also worried about your child’s health during the coronavirus pandemic then take a look at our guide to solve all your doubts.

Luckily fewer children are getting affected by the virus. Overall there is only 2 percent of cases of infection among children below 18 years. Moreover, most of the children among whom the symptoms of the viruses are seen are cured within a week or two. But you can stop it from spreading by following some instructions.

Health tips for precautions against Coronavirus:

• Make sure your child washes hands with sanitizer or hand wash for at least 20 seconds.
• If you have a fever or running nose stay away from your children. If you have a cough or cold, cover your nose and mouth with your elbow. You can use tissue as well.
• If possible don’t let your child touch their eyes, nose, or mouth.
• If you have any type of uneasiness, stay at home.
• Sanitize the object which is often touched like mobile phones, keypad, keys, etc.

If you are getting worried about the health of your loved ones then you can consult the doctors online. If you suspect any symptoms among your children like dry cough, having any breathing difficulties you have to take precautions. If you have a common fever don’t take it lightly. Go to the hospital after covering your mouth and nose.

A mask is a necessity amid the coronavirus phase. If you have a shortage of masks for each member of your family, make a homemade mask from a clean cloth. It is very important to keep the mask clean. Wash it properly after every use.

Things you can do with your children:

• You can read some stories to your children.
• Making drawings or colouring with them.
• Lift your mood with some dancing or singing.
• You can do chores together like cleaning and cooking.
• Converse with them about their likes and dislikes.
• Exercise together.

In this crisis, children need special attention. Try to discuss the current situation with your child and explain the precautions one needs to take. Try to encourage them to make social contact with their friends or cousins through phones or the internet. It is normal to feel sad or depressed in this situation, so provide extra love and care to your children. Try to motivate your children. Ask them to indulge in some interesting activities or utilize their time in learning some new works.

Try avoiding any mass gatherings like religious or social. Don’t let your children go to the crowded places. Tell them to maintain some distance between themselves and other people and especially from the people who are coughing or sneezing. If you are using tissue, dispose of the tissue in the covered dustbin.

As there is no vaccine for the virus yet, it is highly dangerous. It is highly contagious and can spread from one person to another through close contact. The only way to avoid being infected by the virus is to keep yourself and loved ones isolated. This is the time where you are free to spend some time with your children. Listen to their talks, give them your full attention, and try to treat them as your friends.

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