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A Viral TikTok About Grandparents Kissing Newborn Babies Caused An Uproar. Doctors Weigh In.

A first-time mom’s viral TikTok about boundaries when kissing a newborn sparked a broad public discussion on who should interact with a baby and why boundaries matter.
Experts emphasize health risks to newborns from kissing and close contact, urging caution and preventive practices for visitors.
Pediatric experts outline concrete steps: wash hands, ask before kissing, stay home if unwell, and limit contact during the first months.
Boundaries around who can kiss a newborn are framed as protective, not punitive, with emphasis on shared goal: baby safety.
The new reference notes that health concerns like RSV, pertussis, and HSV-1 can have serious consequences for newborns, reinforcing the need for caution.
Experts advise communicating boundaries in advance, using a collaborative, loving framing to maintain trust while protecting the baby.
The topic is described as a broader shift in modern parenting toward explicit boundary-setting in family and cultural traditions.
Medical experts caution that some viruses may be transmitted before symptoms appear, making pre-visit precautions even more vital.
The debate included a spectrum of reactions, with some praising boundaries and others criticizing the restrictions on bonding.
Parents are encouraged to consider temporary, medically framed restrictions that can be adjusted as the child’s immune system matures.

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