The weather changes often lead to minor symptoms in infants and young children, such as colds, fever, runny nose, etc. When a baby accidentally catches a cold and has a runny nose, how should we deal with it properly? Here are some suggestions:
The first step in keeping the baby comfortable is to use natural remedies: – Gently apply a warm, moist towel to the baby’s nose to help reduce nasal mucosa swelling. – Drop a small amount of breast milk into the baby’s nasal cavity, the warmth of breast milk can briefly clear nasal congestion. – Adjust the sleeping position, slightly elevate the baby’s head, which may relieve nasal congestion, but be sure to ensure safety and avoid using pillows directly.
Timely clearing the baby’s mucus is also necessary to help them breathe more smoothly.
Medication should be used with caution. Infant colds are usually caused by viruses, consider using antiviral drugs, such as Viracept, Banlangen, etc., and if necessary, cooperate with antibiotics under the guidance of a doctor.
Home care is equally important. Soaking the baby’s feet in warm water every night to induce slight sweating, then encourage them to drink more water and go to bed early. Gently massage the back and ears, which helps resist colds. In terms of diet, provide the baby with easily digestible foods, such as thin porridge, and add a small amount of ginger to the soup when necessary.
For specific symptoms, such as persistent high fever, severe cough, earache, frequent sneezing, and runny nose, seek timely medical treatment for professional diagnosis and treatment.
Adjusting according to the feeding method is also crucial: – Babies who are breastfed can increase breastfeeding frequency appropriately. – Babies who are not breastfed should drink more water, maintain appropriate indoor humidity and ventilation, and reduce bacterial growth.
In conclusion, although infant colds and runny nose are common, proper care and timely medical intervention are crucial. As the seasons change, adjusting the baby’s clothing reasonably, keeping warm and preventing cold are effective measures to prevent such situations.
