How to relieve baby's stuffy nose? Compared to adults, there are many methods that can be used by adults, but what about babies? Parents are often hesitant to use common methods. Today, I will teach you some methods.
How to relieve baby's nasal congestion
1. Moist compress
When the nasal mucosa is congested and swollen due to a cold or other conditions, applying a warm moist towel to the base of the nose can provide some relief.
2. Saline nasal spray
Using saline nasal drops or spray for the baby can also help relieve nasal congestion. Saline drops or spray are usually used after blowing the nose.
3. Properly clean the nasal cavity
In addition, using a nasal aspirator or a moist towel can help clear the secretions in the baby's nasal cavity, making it easier for the baby to breathe.
However, why is it emphasized to do it properly? Because the nasal mucosa is composed of secretory cells, excessive stimulation can lead to increased secretion.
4. Change the baby's position
When the baby's left nostril is blocked, let the baby lie on the right side. When the right nostril is blocked, let the baby lie on the left side. Alternatively, holding the baby upright can also alleviate nasal congestion.
5. Elevate the head during sleep
When the baby is sleeping, parents can use a towel to elevate the baby's head slightly, which can help relieve nasal congestion. However, be careful not to elevate the head too high, and always supervise to avoid accidents.
6. Utilize steam in the bathroom
By turning on hot water in the bathroom and filling it with steam, mothers can accompany the baby inside for a while, which can effectively relieve nasal congestion.
What to eat for a stuffy nose caused by a cold
1. Orange peel drink
Take 30 grams of fresh orange peel or 15 grams of dried orange peel, add 750 milliliters of water, simmer until it reduces to 500 milliliters, and drink with some sugar.
2. Cabbage soup
Take the roots of 3 large cabbage, wash and slice them, add 3 roots of green onion, simmer in water to make 500 milliliters of soup, and add a little sugar while it's hot.
Alternatively, take 250 grams of cabbage heart, add 60 grams of white radish, simmer in water, and add an appropriate amount of brown sugar. Eat the vegetables and drink the soup.
3. Ginger mustard greens soup
Wash and cut 500 grams of fresh mustard greens, slice 10 grams of ginger, add 2000 milliliters of water, simmer until it reduces to 1000 milliliters, season with salt, and drink it in separate servings.
4. Ginger fried rice porridge
Slice 30-50 grams of ginger, fry 50 grams of rice, and cook them together into porridge. Season with salt and eat it.
Two porridge recipes suitable for consumption during a cold
[Ginger and Perilla Leaf Porridge]
Ginger is the best "weapon" to deal with symptoms such as fever, sneezing, and coughing. It has the effects of expectorating, dispelling cold, replenishing qi, and relieving asthma. Perilla leaves have the effect of dispelling wind and cold, and can be bought at most pharmacies.
Method: Take 10 grams of perilla leaves, 3 slices of ginger, add them to cooked white rice porridge, and bring it to a boil before consumption.
Symptoms of wind-heat cold: fever, swelling in the throat, nasal congestion, thirst, and dry stool.
[Mulberry Leaf and Loquat Leaf Porridge]
Take 18 grams of mulberry leaves, 10 grams of loquat leaves, 100 grams of sugarcane, and 6 grams of peppermint. Wash and chop them, add water, simmer and extract the juice, add 60 grams of rice, and cook until thick. Consume it while hot.
