5 Things To Do When Your Baby Has A Cold

First cold in babies is usually frightening, especially for new mums.

You are probably wondering why your baby gets so much cold. Babies get cold easily because their immune system is under development and this makes them vulnerable to illness. Think of all the colds you have had ever, your baby will get each one of them to be able to build up the level of immunity she needs at your age.

Know that there are more than 200 different viruses can cause the common cold, and your child develops immunity. If your baby has a cold, she might have a cough or a runny nose with clear mucus that may thicken and turn gray, yellow, or green over the course of a week or so. Along with a cough or congestion, your child may also run a low-grade fever (but not always).

You Need This Natural Remedy for Cough

That said, let’s talk about what to do when your baby has a cold.

There is no easier way to say this; No medicine will make a virus go away faster, but you can help your baby feel better and prevent the infection from getting worse by making sure he gets plenty of rest and liquids. For children age 1 and younger, that usually means offering more frequent feedings (whether breast or bottle).

However, You can also help your baby breathe better by following these tips:

1. Saline Drops

While your baby is lying on his back, squeeze over-the-counter saline drops into his nostrils to loosen up the mucus. Do this also some minutes before a feed to help him feel better.

2. Moist Air

Turn on the hot water in the shower, close the door, and sit in the steamy room for about 15 minutes, then give a warm bath after.

3. Menthol

Adding a few drops of menthol, or eucalyptus oil, to your baby’s bath water can help her feel less congested.

4. Keep your baby warm…not hot!

It’s easy to fall victim and wrap up the baby in multiple layers of blankets due to the cold. However, beware of heat stroke. Keep the room conducive for your baby.