How to get rid of a cold in babies

Watching your new baby sneeze, cough or sniffle can be distressing for parents so we’re sharing some tips on how to get rid of a cold in babies that might help.

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How to Get Rid of a Cold in Babies

Keeping your baby safe and healthy is the number one priority for all parents.

We want to give them the best chance in life and this includes looking after their health and wellbeing.

A baby’s immune system takes some time to develop and they can often pick up runny noses, coughs and colds in the early months.

There are a few things we can do to help to send these on their way.

Always consult your GP if you suspect your child might be unwell or if they have a high temperature.

1. Keep their nose clear

A runny nose or blocked nose can be the tell-tale start of baby cold symptoms. It can also play a big factor in preventing your child from getting a good night’s sleep.

FESS believes that a healthy nose is essential for a healthy baby.

FESS Little Noses Spray is a non-medicated, preservative-free saline spray to help clear your baby’s blocked nose. It can be sprayed into each nostril while your baby is upright or lying down and can be used from the day they’re born.

A newborn baby’s instinct is to breathe through their nose and if it’s blocked, this can cause issues with their sleep and feeding.

A saline spray can loosen and thin mucus and help them breathe more easily.

Little Noses Saline Nasal Drops are an alternative to a spray.

2. Keep things clean

Disinfecting your baby’s things and regularly washing their hands goes a long way to prevent the risk of spreading germs.

Keep their hands, toys and clothes clean by frequent washing.

This extends to the parent too and it’s essential that if you or your baby has a cold, to keep your hands, clothes and surfaces clean.

If you’re on the go, pop a good quality hand sanitiser in the changing bag to help with this.

If your friends and family are unwell with a virus, avoid unnecessary contact with them until they’re better to lessen the chance of them passing it to your baby.

3. Check their temperature

Ensure that you have a reliable and accurate thermometer in your family’s first aid kit.

If you suspect that your baby has a high temperature, always contact your GP for their advice.

4. Help them sleep easier

When your baby has a cold, their usual sleep patterns can be affected. Rest is so important for babies (and their parents!) when fighting a cold.

You can help them to get a better night’s sleep by keeping them hydrated. Using a cool-mist humidifier for colds in babies can also help them breathe more easily.

Humidifiers add moisture to the air which reaches your baby’s nose.

You can click here to see which humidifiers the Tell Me Baby community loves the most.

5. Keep them cosy

During the cooler months, getting outside and into the fresh air is a great idea for your family.

Getting out into nature is good for the wellbeing of parents and babies and exposure to Vitamin D helps our health and mood.

Take your baby for a walk in the winter sunshine and wrap them up in layers to keep them cosy.

If the temperature is changeable, you can add or remove layers to keep them comfortable without them over-heating or being too cold.

Getting rid of a cold can take some time and patience and these tips can help when your baby has a cold.

You can find out more about the FESS range for Babies and Children by clicking here and read reviews on their products here.