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Baby Has
a Cold
As a new
mom, we can panic when our baby has a cold. Thoughts go through our heads such
as: what will take some of the pain away or how can I make him/her comfortable?
We want to do the best for our child and help them get through this as quick as
possible. Here are five tips to make the first cold easier on you and the baby
1) Go and buy a cool mist humidifier and let it run during their nap times and
during the night. This will help loosen up the cough secretions and let them
breathe better.
2) Keep their head elevated. Try to put something under the baby's mattress to
build up their head elevation. Babies always breathe better if elevated and not
laying flat on their back during sickness.
3) Go into the bathroom and turn on
the shower with real hot water so it will steam up the bathroom. Sit the baby on
your lap and let them breathe in the steam. This will help in case they get into
a coughing spell.
4) Make sure you have infant tylenol in stock in case of fevers and discomfort.
5) Give extra loving, snuggles and kisses to let them know you are right there
every step of the way.
Of course these are just tips to make it easier to get through the cold. Always
listen to your doctor on what is best for your child. Babies always have our
best interests at heart. Using these tips will make them more comfortable to get
through this dreaded first cold and even other colds to come.
One last thing to always remember is make sure they have plenty of fluids. This
will ensure they are wetting enough diapers and will not get dehydrated.
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