Chickenpox - would you rather know?

[Notjustanychristmaspud]

My DD 14 months has just come out in what I think is chicken pox spots, she had a couple of raised marks this morning on her legs but I thought it was the start of an eczema flare up so just put some moisturiser on. I’ve just noticed in that bath that she’s now covered on her arms, tummy and neck too.

This morning we went to a mum and baby group with a group of friends from NCT and yesterday spent the afternoon with my friend and her 2 YO twins. I feel awful about it although I had no idea then.

Would you let them know now or keep quiet and see if their DC catch it? I’m weighing up the potential worry it will cause the parents waiting for it vs the ‘ignorance is bliss’ attitude.

I feel really guilty that their DCs might have it over Christmas too!

Absolutely tell them so they can keep a better eye on it. I was one of the unlucky ones who got chicken pox a second time as an adult and it took ages to figure out what it was as it's so rare. Particularly with the time of year they might want to be more careful about visiting elderly relatives etc.

And please don't feel bad - this happens all the time. I just wouldn't want to be surprised if I was your friend.

Please do tell all and it possible that a child had it so mildly, so one or two spots, that is how it was spread to your child, given the incubation period. It is awful in adults, so the more that know, then they can deal with it, be ready for it!