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How can I help my 3 month old with a cold?
Treating the cold at home
- Give plenty of liquids, including breast milk or formula (if your baby doesn’t take breast milk). A small amount of water may be offered to your baby if they’re over 6 months old.
- Suction out nasal mucus using saline drops and a suction bulb.
- Moisturize the air with a humidifier.
How long does a cold last for a 3 month old?
Symptoms for a cold will typically last 7 to 10 days in infants and children. Common cold symptoms to watch out for in your baby include: Stuffy or runny nose. Cough.
How can I shorten my baby’s cold?
Use a cool-mist humidifier in your baby’s room. Moist air can reduce congestion and make breathing easier. Apply moisturizing ointment. A light dab of petroleum jelly under your baby’s nose can help prevent red skin, chapping, and soreness.
How long does a typical cold last in a baby?
If your baby has a cold with no complications, it should resolve within 10 to 14 days. Most colds are simply a nuisance. But it’s important to take your baby’s signs and symptoms seriously. If symptoms don’t improve or if they worsen, it’s time to talk to your doctor.
Can I give my 3 month old cold medicine?
You’ll naturally want to calm your baby’s symptoms. But don’t give over-the-counter cough and cold medicines to infants and toddlers. These products don’t work well in kids under 6 years, and they can cause dangerous side effects in young children. The FDA advises against using them at all in children younger than 4.
What can I give my 3 month old for congestion?
Safe Treatments. One of the safest and most effective ways to help clear a baby’s congestion is with a saline (salt water) spray or nose drops. These products are available without a prescription. If you use drops, place two drops in each nostril to loosen the mucus inside.
Can I put vapor rub on my 3 month old?
If your baby is under the age of 2, you should never apply Vicks to their chest, nose, feet, or elsewhere. You could try special nonmedicated rub for babies 3 months and older. The blend is dubbed as a “soothing ointment” that contains fragrances of eucalyptus, rosemary, and lavender.