How to care for newborns during the recovery period of pneumonia?

For newborns, the body's immunity is very poor, and they are easily invaded and harmed by diseases. When they have a fever and bubbles come out of their mouths, it means pneumonia has occurred. At this time, timely and correct treatment is still needed. Of course, life care measures during and after treatment are also indispensable, so that the baby can recover health as soon as possible. So how to care for the newborn during the recovery period of pneumonia?

1. Control indoor temperature and humidity. For babies with neonatal pneumonia, the most suitable indoor temperature in the room is 18-22℃, and the most suitable humidity is 50%-70%. Moist indoor air is conducive to the elimination of phlegm and helps babies with neonatal pneumonia recover as soon as possible. If it's winter, or the air is dry in your area, you can use a humidifier in your baby's room or place a sink, damp cloth, etc. over the heater. Wiping floors and furniture with a damp cloth can also help increase the humidity in the air.

2. Avoid wearing clothes that are too thick or too tight. Be careful not to dress the child in clothes that are too thick or too tight, or cover him with a heavy blanket, as these will affect the baby's breathing. Baby clothes should be made of cotton, light, loose and breathable. The thickness of the clothes should be such that the back of the baby's neck feels warm and sweat-free when touched.

3. Change body positions regularly. When your baby is quiet, you can place him or her on his or her back. But you should pay attention to changing his position regularly to increase his lung ventilation, reduce lung congestion and promote the discharge of sputum.

4. Ensure fresh indoor air. After a baby with neonatal pneumonia is discharged from the hospital, the air in the room he stays in should be fresh. It's best to open the windows regularly for ventilation, usually in the morning after the sun comes out, and continue for at least half an hour. However, be careful to avoid convection wind blowing on your baby to prevent him from catching a cold.

5. When caring for babies in the recovery period of neonatal pneumonia, it is also important for parents to carefully observe the changes in the baby. If your baby shows signs of sleep disturbance, crying, or eating less milk after being discharged from the hospital, you should take your baby to the hospital in time to see if there are any complications, sequelae, etc.

Through the above introduction, everyone is very clear about how to care for newborns during the recovery period of pneumonia. As parents, we must always pay attention to the development and health of our children and must not be negligent. Whether it is pneumonia or other diseases, early detection and early treatment are necessary, and we must realize the importance of prevention before it happens.