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When you go on maternity leave you don't stay in isolation with the kid, and the rest of your family continues to interact with many people as well. Copmare that to the past 2+ years where family units stayed isolated for long periods and then only interacted with masks, distancing and enhanced cleaning protocols. Chlidren globally most certainly avoided infections during this time, the stats for any children's hospital back this up.