Best baby cold remedies
In this best baby cold remedies comparison, you can find out what the Tell Me Baby community thinks are the top baby cold remedies on the market. (See more baby cold medicine reviews.)
Baby cold remedies comparison chart
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"Super easy nasal spray for babies. Super simple to use and can spray from any angle."
"Super easy nasal spray for babies. Super simple to use and can spray from any angle."
"I have been using this nasal spray for my daughter since she turned 2, before that I used the flo baby."
"I have been using this nasal spray for my daughter since she turned 2, before that I used the flo baby."
"I have always used this as an adult, I find it helps clear congestion and allows you to continue your day."
"I have always used this as an adult, I find it helps clear congestion and allows you to continue your day."
"Best saline spary so effective with allergies or flu symptoms or blocked nose no more fussy children's."
"Best saline spary so effective with allergies or flu symptoms or blocked nose no more fussy children's."
"I love everything made by this brand! We use so many of our products and it’s become a staple in our house..."
"I love everything made by this brand! We use so many of our products and it’s become a staple in our house..."
"It works really well and is fast and effective."
"It works really well and is fast and effective."
"This is such a simple concept, however has saved us on multiple occasions as my little one will not eat or drink when congested."
"This is such a simple concept, however has saved us on multiple occasions as my little one will not eat or drink when congested."
"It works instantly to loosen the mucus and ease congestion."
"It works instantly to loosen the mucus and ease congestion."
"This product is a lifesaver when my baby has a runny nose!"
"This product is a lifesaver when my baby has a runny nose!"
"This product is great at loosening mucus to help ease nasal congestion."
"This product is great at loosening mucus to help ease nasal congestion."
How to choose a baby cold remedy
If you are looking for the best baby cold remedy, use the above baby cold remedy comparison chart to search by:
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As always, we recommend you take the advice of your GP or another health professional when choosing a baby cold remedy.
About baby cold remedies
No parent wants to see their baby sick, and the common cold is no exception. Babies haven’t had time to build up their immune system, so they can catch colds more easily. Unfortunately, colds are usually viral and can’t be treated with antibiotics. What you can do, though, is try to make them more comfortable. Don’t worry, your baby’s cold should get better in a week to 10 days.
Treating a baby’s cold
Even though there isn’t a cure for the common cold, there are a couple of things that can help.
The Raising Children Network says it’s essential to keep your baby’s fluids up. For babies under six months, offer extra breastfeeds or bottles. And if your baby is over six months, continue feeding as usual but offer extra clear liquids, like water.
If your baby has a fever, is in pain and over one-month-old, you can offer paracetamol. Make sure you read the label for the recommended dose. Ibuprofen can be given to children three months and over. Do not give children aspirin.
Read our best baby cold remedies article.
Saline nose spray
Saline nasal drops may help with breathing while your little one is feeding. Read the packet carefully and don’t administer for more than a few days without consulting your doctor. Alternatively, a nasal aspirator can work to remove mucus and snot from the baby’s nose.
Humidifiers
Humidifiers add moisture back into the air which may help to ease congestion – make sure you opt for one with cool-mist and follow the device’s cleaning instructions.
Read baby humidifier reviews.
When to see a doctor
Pregnancy Birth & Baby says to seek urgent medical advice if your baby displays the following symptoms:
- a persistent cough
- breathlessness or difficulty breathing
- a high fever (see a doctor straight away for any fever in a baby less than three months)
- a bad cough
- bluish or very pale skin
- inability or unwillingness to feed
- drowsiness
- isn’t drinking
- vomiting
- is pale and sleepy
- has a rash that doesn’t disappear if you hold a glass against it
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