Precautionary measures for newborns
The following recommendations, although mentioned above, have been suggested for the care of the newborn:
  1. Isolate for 14 days if mother is tested COVID-19 positive or if the child itself has been proven infected with the viral illness
  2. Transfer to a neonatal intensive care unit for close monitoring of respiratory compromise
  3. Avoid breastfeeding and prefer the use of formula milk