As cold and flu season approaches, many daycare children fall ill. Pediatrician Stefan Buchner dispels common myths about when sick children should stay home, explaining that the color of nasal discharge is not a reliable indicator of infectiousness. He advises parents to focus on the child’s overall well-being rather than specific symptoms. Additionally, he outlines appropriate protocols for fever, skin rashes, and gastrointestinal infections, emphasizing hygiene measures and the importance of allowing time for recovery before returning to daycare. New regulations for sick leave support parents in balancing work and childcare.