Babies, especially in their first few months of life, may get very sick from otherwise minor illnesses like colds and the flu. This is because they don't have the antibodies to fight most infections, making them more likely than older kids and adults to get sick. For this reason, it's important that parents do what they can to protect their infants from unnecessary exposure.
So, what should parents do if germs are everywhere? Well, there are several ways to reduce chances of infections. To discover some solid germ-fighting habits, and to know when to call the pediatrician, check out the following gallery.