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CHILDREN AND HIV

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hifi · 05/06/2008 16:42

im in abit of a dilema, dd is having A party and i have found out one of the children whos invited is hiv positive. i only found this out last week.
i have no problem myself but wanted some tips, if any, on anything in particular i have to be aware of.

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jingleyjen · 05/06/2008 17:03

I really would only think about the gloves for blood injuries.
Aside from that have fun

stroppyknickers · 05/06/2008 17:04

Of course - just trying to think of ways for you to feel comfortable about it. TBH I think a lot of people would avoid inviting the child due to general hysteria mentioned by bethoo,so it's understandable if the mum is cagey.

hifi · 05/06/2008 17:08

i feel very comfortable about the child we have had loads of days together, it wont alter my opinion.thanks

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lenny101 · 05/06/2008 17:10

Just a thought... always use gloves in the event of blood injury, for any child that isn't yours. That way, no one need feel bad/special/singled out. Have fun at the party

lenny101 · 05/06/2008 17:10

Just a thought... always use gloves in the event of blood injury, for any child that isn't yours. That way, no one need feel bad/special/singled out. Have fun at the party

lenny101 · 05/06/2008 17:10

oops, impatient fingers

stroppyknickers · 05/06/2008 17:10

no, i meant comfortable about the party, not the child!

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