Baby nasal congestion and runny nose

Nasal congestion and runny nose are actually one of the most common symptoms in daily life. Infants and young children are at high risk of nasal congestion and runny nose. If a child has nasal congestion and runny nose, then his appetite and all aspects of his body will actually be greatly affected. If this is not treated in time, it may also cause other respiratory diseases. Therefore, it is very important for friends with children at home to know some methods to relieve nasal congestion and runny nose.

So what methods can be used in life to relieve the problem of baby's nasal congestion and runny nose? What should we do if the child's nasal congestion and runny nose are severe? Let's take a brief look at it together.

When my baby caught a cold and had a stuffy nose when he was young, the nurse at the hospital provided a method that was quite effective. Now I’m sharing it with everyone.

1. If the baby has a stuffy nose, parents can use the index finger and thumb to pinch the nose bridge, and gently massage the baby's nose bridge from top to bottom, which will quickly clear the nose.

2 Or you can rub your back with your palms until it gets warm. Usually your nose will hurt during this process. My husband usually uses this method when I have a cold, haha.

3 Or you can use a clean towel or gauze, dip it in boiling water, wring it out (although it is very hot), then wrap it in layers, and apply it to the base of the baby's nose when it is no longer hot.

4. If the baby has a runny nose, parents can use a soft handkerchief to wipe the runny nose. Because the baby's skin is very delicate, wiping too much will make the baby feel uncomfortable. So after wiping the nose, you can cover it with a wet towel and then lightly apply a little oil to prevent skin cracking and pain.

Finally, I would like to remind you that if possible, when you find that your baby has a stuffy and runny nose, it is best to use physical methods to treat it first. If it does not work, then use medication. Injections can be said to be the least effective treatment option. Because antibiotics themselves can cause great harm to children's physical and mental health.