Babies are prone to catching colds during their growth process. A cold not only causes the baby's nose to become stuffy, but also affects the quality of sleep. So it is necessary to provide timely treatment to avoid endangering the baby's health. So let's take a look at what to do if a one and a half year old baby has a stuffy nose when they sleep at night?
When a baby's nose is not ventilated during sleep, it is most likely that there is nasal mucus in the nose. If the mucus is not cleaned thoroughly, it can cause the baby's breathing to be obstructed. At this point, the mother can use cotton dipped in water to apply it to both sides of the nose. Once the nasal mucus softens, it can be removed, which can also relieve nasal congestion. Or soak your baby's feet in hot water before bedtime. Soaking your feet can promote blood circulation, help your baby sleep, and alleviate symptoms of stuffiness in the nose.
If the lack of nasal ventilation is caused by a cold, it is necessary to treat the baby's cold first. After the cold is cured, the symptoms of stuffy nose will also disappear. In addition to drinking plenty of water, it is also necessary to take some medication to treat the cold, which will help them recover faster. If it is caused by catching a cold, the mother can apply a hot towel to the baby's forehead at this time, which can help the baby remove the coldness and allow the nose to breathe while sleeping.
Lack of nasal ventilation during sleep can affect the quality of a baby's sleep and cannot be ignored. Mothers should seek treatment as soon as possible. A one and a half year old baby has a weak immune system, so it is important to keep warm in daily life.
