Kisses on the top of the head?

Do you guys allow kisses on the top of the head? I didn’t realize that it was such a
“normal “ thing until I had my baby and now everyone kisses her head. I was under the impression that all kisses are bad?

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It’s a big deal overall, but Especially during cold and flu season because they can still spread viruses and bacteria

My rule is no kissing at all. There’s no reason anyone but the parents need to kiss a baby that’s not theirs. 🤷‍♀️ Many have tried to call me over the top but I feel good knowing I limited unnecessary germs

I don’t allow any kisses at all unless it’s me or her dad too many germs and things goin around

We allow top or side of the head, no where near her face though!

We don’t allow kisses at all except from us.

No. I don’t allow anybody else to kiss my baby

My pediatrician said top of the head is okay. I only let her siblings and grandparents do it tho

No kisses at all from anyone other than me or my hubby and no kisses on the lips at all. It’s RSV season along with the flu and with Covid still being out there I let everyone know no kisses and don’t touch her hands or face at all. That’s my number one rule!!

My pediatrician said no kisses at all and keep kids away that are in school

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