How to Interact with Someone Else's Baby?

As cautious and gentle as we are with our babies, it is expected that other mothers are sharing the same regard too. I believe, a mother’s protective characteristic is mutual within all women, so, for a fun and smooth relationship with other mothers in the neighborhood, make it a habit to engage in proper etiquette when interacting with their babies.

No Touch Policy

Whenever possible, avoid touching someone else’s baby without prior permission from their parents, as modern parents are more aware of the dangers of skin-to-skin contact when it comes to babies.

Adults are naturally more resistant to microbes and diseases than babies are; you can be a carrier of microorganisms and bacteria without even knowing it. Studies show that an adult can carry a plethora of germs from being exposed to high traffic objects like doorknobs, animals/pets, and raw products such as meat. So take preventive measures to ensure you do not pass on unwanted germs by accident.

This does not only apply to you, but also for your kids. Make sure to instruct them not to touch anyone’s baby without its parent’s permission; it is best to do a short orientation of the do’s and don't's prior to the interaction.

Wash and Sanitize

We may have implemented the “No Touch Policy” first, but that does not mean we cannot touch the babies of other parents at all. If there’s a need for you to hold a baby, for instances like everyone else around is preoccupied or the mom needs someone to back them up while she is preparing milk or sterilizing the feeding-bottles, wash and sanitize your hands before holding the tot. If you are a mother, be sure to bring sanitizer with you wherever you go, as we cannot expect visitors to have prepared these items for contingencies.

Kiss My Baby, Not

Who does not want to kiss a sweetheart? Oh come on, babies are adorable and angelic gifts that everyone wants to cuddle and kiss. However, not everyone will be allowed to do so; many moms will not allow or prefer for others to kiss their babies because it can spread germs that can harm them. We as parents, just have to respect that.

Let us remember that our mothers were just as protective when we were just as small and fragile as these little fellas. When handling someone else child, remember to leave the smooches at the door.

These are just a few tips for a better parenting community. Through this, hundreds of mothers’ hearts will be at peace almost all the time.