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Baby Cold & Runny Nose
Babies get 8-10 colds per year — this is normal and strengthens the immune system. A blocked nose can make feeding and sleeping difficult.
Posibles Causas
- 1Viral infections (over 200 different cold viruses)
- 2Dry indoor heating air
- 3Teething (can cause mild nasal secretion)
- 4Allergies (rare in babies under 1 year)
Qué Puedes Hacer
- Saline nose drops (NaCl 0.9%) — before each feed and sleep
- Nasal aspirator (manual or electric) before breastfeeding/feeding
- Elevate upper body slightly
- Increase humidity (damp cloths, humidifier)
- Breastfeed/drink more — fluids loosen mucus
¿Cuándo Consultar al Médico?
- Cold with breathing difficulty or nasal flaring
- Green/yellow discharge for more than 10 days (possible bacterial infection)
- Fever above 39°C
- Baby drinks significantly less than normal
- Ear pain (baby touches ear, cries when feeding)
Notas Según la Edad
Newborns: A blocked nose can greatly hinder breastfeeding as babies are nose breathers. Nasal aspirator and saline drops are essential. From 6 months: Colds increase (waning maternal antibodies). 1-2 years: Most frequent illness — the immune system is learning.
Preguntas Frecuentes
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