Taking care of children is a process of increasing knowledge, and many people will understand common sense issues in advance when taking care of their babies. When the baby shows corresponding symptoms, it can be effectively treated. It is very common for babies to experience coughing, which can be divided into two types: phlegm and no phlegm. Do you know the first aid method for a baby stuck in phlegm?
What are the first aid methods for a baby stuck in phlegm
During the interval of a child's cough, if the child is sitting, parents can gently tap their empty palm on the back from bottom to top; If the child is in a lying position, the parent should pat the left side so that it lies on the left side, and pat the right side so that it lies on the right side, alternating between the two sides.
While patting the back, encourage the child to cough. The duration of each pat is 5-10 minutes, 2-3 times a day, and the effect can be seen for three to four consecutive days.
What should I do if my baby has phlegm
1. Back clapping method
The position of phlegm in children's lungs varies, and the simplest and safest method is to pat it vertically. The mother held the baby, placed the baby's head on her shoulder, and patted it with her other hand. Starting from the baby's lower lungs, patting from bottom to top, and then from outside to inside, requires a certain amount of force.
2. Nose massage technique
Push upwards on both sides of the child's nostrils until they reach the base of the nose, so that the nose will breathe and the mucus will become thinner, making it easier to come out.
3. Steam method
You can put hot water in a teacup to keep the baby closer to the cup. After the water vapor comes up, it can make the mucous membrane of his respiratory tract moist and make the sputum thinner and easier to come out. About 80 degrees is sufficient. You can also take a thicker towel, pour hot water on it, and place it near the baby's nose for them to inhale. Of course, this type of method requires extreme caution not to scald the child.
When babies have a cold, they often experience coughing, and phlegm may also come out when coughing. When stuck by phlegm, parents don't worry, just turn the child upside down and gently pat their back. Children's bodies are relatively weak, so they must be very careful when tapping. Do not use force indiscriminately to avoid damaging the child's body organs.
