4 baby cough remedies to keep your little one comfortable
Empowering yourself with the best baby cough remedies can give you peace of mind when you’re baby does become sick.
While there are many different types of coughs, the most common type is one that follows a cold caused by a viral infection, which can appear loose and sometimes produce mucus.
Unfortunately, according to the Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne, a cough caused by viral infection can’t be treated with antibiotics.
What you can do is offer lots of cuddles, fluids and keep them comfortable. Products like a humidifier or saline nasal drops may help.
The Tell Me Baby community has rated the best baby cough remedies they’ve tried and shared their opinions on what has, or hasn’t, worked for them. (Read all the baby cough remedy reviews, or we’ve got baby cough remedy comparisons.)
When choosing a baby cough remedy, we recommend you take the advice of your GP or another health professional.
Here are four top baby cough remedies our community loves
1. Flo Baby Saline Nasal Spray
Flo Baby Saline Nasal Spray can help to gently clear a congested nose. One Tell Me Baby reviewer said, “It was a lifesaver! It helped clear bubs nose and helped him breathe a lot easier through the night, which in turn settled me.”
Always read the label. Follow instructions for use. If symptoms persist, talk to your health professional
Read Flo Baby Saline Nasal Spray reviews.
2. Braun ThermoScan 5 IRT 6030 Ear Thermometer
When your baby is unwell, keep an eye on his temperature. A great option that comes highly recommended by our community of parents is the Braun ThermoScan 5 IRT 6030 Ear Thermometer. One mum said, “This thermometer is fantastic! it’s so accurate and well worth the price.”
Read Braun ThermoScan 5 IRT 6030 Ear Thermometer reviews. Shop baby thermometers.
3. Medescan Rainbow Mist Humidifier
The Medescan Rainbow Mist Humidifier is an ultrasonic humidifier designed to humidify the air with cold vapour and help soothe dry nose, congested chest or cough. One mum wrote in her review, “I use this anytime my son has a cold or a dry cough. I definitely think it helps with his cough.”
Read Medescan Rainbow Mist Humidifier reviews.
4. Infant’s Friend Oral Liquid
Infants’ Friend Oral Liquid is a natural medicine that could help relieve wind and colic in babies, as well as restlessness and irritation when teething. One Tell Me Baby reviewer said: “This product was highly recommended to me by several people to help when babies aren’t settled. It is a nice alternative to your typical medications, and as it is more natural, I don’t feel as bad about giving it to my daughter.”
Always seek medical advice if you are worried about your baby. If your baby has a high temperature, is struggling to breathe, or isn’t drinking fluids or has fewer wet nappies, then see your doctor.
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