Strep Throat on babies?

I have strep throat (what a nice Mother's Day right?) and I have a 2 month old baby. Can it be passed on to him? I'm not taking care of him today, he is in the care of my sister for this matter.

If so how bad does it affect them?
YES!!!! The baby can get it. NO question about it. I am a pediatric nurse and I see babies with it all the time. Once you re on antibiotics for 2-3 days you should have reduced the rick to a very low level.

Till then, do not kiss the baby of baby stuff, keep it out of your face, do not cough or sneeze on the baby (or anyone else) and most important of all...WASH YOUR HANDS-A LOT! Wash before picking up the baby, preparing food etc.

Oh, the liquid hand sanitizers will work instead of hand washing, just be sure to use soap and water before eating or cooking...that stuff taste awful!

It effects on a small child or baby can be very bad!
wow...EXACT same situation here. Caught it on mothers day, and my baby is 2.5 months old. My mom came over to watch him today.

Please make sure you take some antibiotics. I am usually a naturopath lover...but at times like this you need to tackle that infection as quick as you can. And sadly enough antibiotics is the best way to do it. Also make sure to limit your time with your little one...I know its hard...but it is best. And get lots of REST!
Strep throat is contagious. You need antibiotics. After 24 hours on antibiotics- you won't be contagios anymore.Watch baby closely for any signs of irritability or excessive crying. If this occurs take baby to the Pediatrician.
im not sure if its contagious
but put ur baby in safety first
left her at ur sis's house until u completely heal up.

for question consult a physcian