9 wo cough/congestion

rsolsem

This weekend, DD started coughing and sneezing, and is still pretty stuffed up. Her nose isn't running and might be starting to get a little stuffed up, but it's mostly a cough and chest congestion. She doesn't have a fever, and I plan to call the Dr. once they open for advice. From what I've read, there's not a whole lot I can do besides keep her nose clear with a bulb syringe and keep her hydrated.

How did you deal with LO's first cold and cough? 

agatha1320

I started bringing my dd in the bathroom when showering and keeping the door closed. i did this several times a day then suctioned out her nose. i put a cool mist humidifier in her room at night. it also helped to keep her elevated a little. i was letting her nap in her swing too. in the  beginning she'd almost choke on phlegm if i didn't keep her upright.

KatieKate81

My LO had a cough/congestion last week, and I ran the humidifier in her room, cleaned her nose out with the bulb and just tried to get her to eat as much as I could! Unfortunately not much you can do for them! Oh and I got some Vicks baby rub and that seemed to help!

emd79

My pedi recommended saline drops.  They work really well for us.  We put the drops in DD's nose, wait 20 seconds or so, then use the bulb suctioner.

sunshine&penguins

my daughter's pedi contributed her sneezing, coughing, and occasional yucky-and-thick sounding congestion to allergies. we live in south tx so that is the obvious first answer to any sneezes, coughs, & congestion combined. She recommended I use 2-3 drops of saline in each nostril, then tilt her back almost upsidedown for 10-15 sec then sit her upright NO SUCTION BULB. Idk why no bulb.... I have also been recommended by other moms to use baby Vicks on the soles of her feet, then socks, then run the hot shower for a few minutes and let her breathe the vapor. hope it helps!