An 8-month-old baby, due to their delicate body, is prone to catching a cold and fever if not careful. If accompanied by coughing, there is often phlegm in the throat. However, the baby is still young and does not have the awareness to spit independently, which makes parents very distressed. So, how to relieve phlegm and cough in the baby? Let's learn about the most effective method for removing phlegm in an 8-month-old baby.
When a baby coughs, it is actually a signal of dehydration in the body. Once the body lacks water, it will cause the respiratory secretions to become viscous, which is what we call "phlegm". At this time, parents can give the baby more water to dilute the phlegm in the throat and help the baby cough it up smoothly. Drinking plenty of water is also beneficial for the baby's blood circulation, allowing toxins and metabolic waste in the body to be excreted through urine, thereby reducing symptoms and relieving coughing.
In addition, drinking more water for babies can also moisturize their throats, which is equivalent to undergoing physical therapy. It is recommended to give babies a little water between meals, after waking up in the morning and before going to bed at night.
In addition, for the problem of phlegm in the baby's throat, parents can also use the back patting method to help relieve it. Taking time to pat the baby's back in the morning, afternoon, and evening can loosen the phlegm attached to the lungs and bronchi, making it easier for the baby to cough up. This is also a good way to remove phlegm.
