How to prevent babies from catching colds in spring

In spring, when seasons change and everything comes to life, the scenery of nature can be said to be very beautiful. However, it is often at this time that babies are most likely to catch a cold. Children are the key protected objects in every family. Especially in an era when most families are only children, a baby’s growth can be said to be the result of everyone’s love and care. Therefore, for the health of your baby, you must pay special attention to preventing your baby from catching a cold in the spring.

The weather in spring is changeable, sometimes it is dusty and windy, sometimes it is scorching hot. Faced with this changeable weather, colds will come along. Once a baby catches a cold, what should we do?

There are many influenza viruses in spring, and babies have poor resistance, so they can easily catch a cold. If you find that your baby has the following symptoms, you should be careful.

Symptoms: runny nose, nasal congestion, sneezing, sore throat, wheezing, coughing, etc.; occasional mild cough, hoarse voice; red and moist eyes; muscle pain; vomiting, diarrhea; fever, body temperature can reach 39℃~40℃.

1. Let your child get enough rest.

Giving your child enough rest when he or she is sick will help him or her recover. Do not go out or play with your children for a long time at this time.

2. Drink more water.

Drinking plenty of water can not only flush out viruses and bacteria in the throat, but also consume body heat when you have a fever and replenish the water lost due to sweating to reduce fever. When drinking water, it is advisable to drink small amounts and multiple times. If the child does not like to drink plain water, you can also add some fruit juice so that the child can drink more water.

3. Keep warm.

Add or remove clothes according to the situation. Some parents like to use quilts to cover their children's sweat, which can cause high fever and convulsions. When the child sweats, wipe the sweat off with warm water and change him into clean clothes in time. Indoors, he does not need to wear too much, just the same as adults, or even less than adults.

4. Eat a balanced diet.

Children usually don’t like to eat when they have a cold. Parents need to give them liquid or semi-liquid foods such as milk, yogurt, porridge, noodles, bread, etc. At the same time, they should also eat more fresh fruits (apples, kiwis) and vegetables, which can ensure that they have a large amount of vitamin C to have anti-viral effects.

5. Do not use aspirin for your baby.

If your baby needs to take antipyretic medicine, you can choose acetaminophen or ibuprofen with the help of a doctor. Antihistamines should not be given to children under 2 years old without medical advice.

6. Keep the air moist.

Parents can use a humidifier to increase the humidity in the baby's room, especially at night to help the baby breathe more smoothly. Don't forget to clean the humidifier every day with white vinegar and water to prevent the accumulation of dust and germs.

7. Give your baby a steam bath.

When your baby goes to the bathroom, turn on the hot water or shower, close the door, and let your baby stay in the steam-filled house for 15 minutes. Your baby's nasal congestion will definitely improve greatly. Don't forget to change your baby into dry clothes immediately after bathing. If you let your baby play in slightly warm water for a while, it can also relieve symptoms of nasal congestion and lower body temperature.

Life is full of wisdom. As long as you are willing to spend more time and care to pay more attention to your baby, and start with various small things in life, it will be very helpful in preventing your baby from catching a cold during the Spring Festival. In fact, there are still many small ways in life to prevent babies from catching colds. Especially nowadays, young parents have less and less life experience, so they must learn well.