Everyday activities like hand washing are a brilliant chance for your child to learn, not just about germs and the importance of keeping clean, but also new words for actions like 'splash' and 'rub'.

Interestingly, the harmless germs were also seen on the arms and faces of several children. The more concerning aspect was that washing hands did not ensure their safety from germs. Traces of the ...

Often first-time ... your baby. Washing your hands frequently with soap or using alcohol-based hand sanitiser must become a habit so you do not transfer any unwanted germs to your baby.