The following tips can reduce the risk of developing ear infections:
Prevent colds and other illnesses. Teach your child to wash hands often and teach your children not to share eating utensils and drinking. If possible, limit the time your child spends in care group. A warning to children with fewer children can help.
Avoid secondhand smoke. Make sure no one smokes in your home. Away from home, staying smoke-free.
Breastfeeding your baby. If possible, breastfeed your baby for at least six months. Breast milk contains antibodies that provide protection against otitis media.
If bottle feeding, keep the baby in an upright position. Avoid bottle propping up the baby's mouth when he is lying.
Talk to your doctor about vaccinations. Ask your doctor what vaccinations are appropriate for the child. Seasonal influenza vaccine and pneumococcal vaccines can help prevent ear infections.
Prevent colds and other illnesses. Teach your child to wash hands often and teach your children not to share eating utensils and drinking. If possible, limit the time your child spends in care group. A warning to children with fewer children can help.
Avoid secondhand smoke. Make sure no one smokes in your home. Away from home, staying smoke-free.
Breastfeeding your baby. If possible, breastfeed your baby for at least six months. Breast milk contains antibodies that provide protection against otitis media.
If bottle feeding, keep the baby in an upright position. Avoid bottle propping up the baby's mouth when he is lying.
Talk to your doctor about vaccinations. Ask your doctor what vaccinations are appropriate for the child. Seasonal influenza vaccine and pneumococcal vaccines can help prevent ear infections.
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