Dr Phil Kieran: I'm worried about bringing my baby to a Christmas Day family gathering 

It’s possible to keep a lone child away from potential infections but when an older sibling comes home from crèche or school that’s not possible, and reassuringly the babies do fine

Newborn babies are very good at dealing with some illnesses and not so good at others

Dr. Phil Kieran

GENERAL PRACTITIONER

My parents are hosting a big family party on Christmas Day. I’m worried about going as I have a two-month-old baby. She is being breastfed, so has a level of protection. Is there anything else I can do to ensure she is protected, or is it better to have a quiet celebration at home?