35: Guidelines for children wearing masks
Q: What are the guidelines for children wearing masks? 💁 Tracy: Children ages 2 and above may wear cloth masks covering the nose and mouth. (According to current CDC guidelines, medical masks and N-95 respirators should be reserved for medical personnel and other emergency personnel.) Children’s face masks need to be selected to fit their faces. Please pay attention to any signs of discomfort, like breathing difficulty, when masks are being worn by children. Masks may not suitable for babies and very young children, as wearing masks may increase their risk of getting choked or interfering with their breathing. If children are reluctant to wear masks because of discomfort in breathing, try to adjust the masks to make sure they fit them properly. Tracy's Toolbox for Children: Face Masks Dedicated for Children Reference: [1] https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/need-extra-precautions/pregnancy-breastfeeding.html#children [2] https://www.cdc.