I have had Bronchiectasis most of my life. I never knew it until 2005. The 2 NTMs I had then required surgery. I got no help with both NTMs here, so I went to National Jewish in Denver. They found the bronchiectasis, and also cleared up the two NTMS, after 18 months on meds.
I did fine. I retired, then cared for my grandson everyday while his parents worked. I did that for 3 yrs. I have MAC now, not treated.
I Always aware that I need to take time when I need it. I am now 73. I now have scar tissue in lungs from NTMS. I always do the clearance. I can't use saline. I try to stay active. I still go out, shop, see friends, with a mask! Try to be with my grand kids as much as I can.
I hope you can see that although you can have times when you catch a bug or two, a culture is done, and antibiotics clear them up.
You will get a routine for your clearance. Making sure to take time to rest if you need it. Its hard, I know , with two little ones. This site is the best for learning and asking any questions you have.