Gidday from Australia... And advice for a newbie???

[Indyrun]

Hi I'm a new mum of two beautiful white and fawn Indian Runners. They are nearly 2 weeks old.
We bonded on the day I picked them up from the breeder. They already follow me and chirp for me. Their fav spot to rest is snuggled under my neck.
However I've become very sick and it looks like my babies have given me something, so it's off to the doctors and vets.
It's made me a little sad, because I was loving the kisses and cuddles.
Has anyone experienced this? What did you do?
Here are some pics of my two sons Caleb and Noah holding our new babies Wayan and Ketut.

 

[roostersandhens]

 

[TwoCrows]

Hi there,

and welcome to BYC!

Unfortunately as fun as it is to kiss your chicks, you shouldn't. They do carry things that can make you sick. So sorry you are not feeling well. Hope you heal up soon!

Great to have you aboard and enjoy BYC!

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC - great pictures of the boys and ducklings. Touch poultry - wash hands.

 

[Indyrun]

Thanks guys... I know now, I was only kissing their heads and backs and still got sick. I never knew the risk. I hope my boys don't get sick too.
Can the bacteria on the ducks be cleaned off or is there medication they can have to kill the bacteria? Or is it forever there?

 

[BantamFan4Life]

Welcome to BYC!

 

[theoldchick]

Howdy! Hand washing is always recommended for young folks when handling living things. Not sure what your ducklings can transmit and I hope you recover quickly!

 

[Kelsie2290]

Hello and Welcome To BYC! Sorry you are sick, hope you are feeling better.

 

[Bluebee]

Glad to have you aboard. Hope you get well soon!

 

[petrel]

Welcome to BYC!

No there is no way to remove bacteria from them. I think all fowl harbor a small (healthy, to them) bit of bacteria, and they can also pick up bacteria anywhere and spread it all over themselves when preening. Remember, they do everything from re-fluffing their backsides to eating off the ground with their bills. They preen their entire bodies with that same bill. The basic rule of thumb is to not let them touch your face and wash your hands after handling them.

Hope you are feeling better soon.