Children may experience many uncomfortable symptoms after birth, and many babies may sneeze after birth. Sometimes mothers may be afraid that their babies may have caught a cold, and there are many reasons why babies may sneeze after birth. So sometimes the baby sneezes and the mother doesn't know why. So, what's wrong with a 7-day-old newborn always sneezing?
Why does a 7-day-old newborn always sneeze
1. Protective reflex. Sneezing is a common phenomenon among newborns under the age of 1. In fact, occasional sneezing is not a bad thing. Sneezing can be considered a protective reflex of the body, which can indicate diseases and timely expel foreign objects from the nasal cavity. It can also prevent dust from entering the baby's respiratory tract.
2. The nasal mucosa is sensitive. The nasal mucosa of newborn babies is more sensitive and easily sneezes when stimulated, such as by dust and smoke. Some babies may experience intermittent sneezing, which is more pronounced when they wake up in the morning or inhale cold air.
3. Not suitable for the environment. Sneezing in newborns is likely a normal phenomenon for adapting to a new environment. After staying in the uterus for nearly 10 months and being exposed to the outside air after birth, experiencing different temperatures, odors, etc., the reaction is frequent sneezing. Generally, as age increases and one adapts to the environment, the phenomenon of sneezing gradually decreases.
What should I do if a newborn sneezes
1. If the baby frequently sneezes and has a runny nose during the day, it indicates that their body is cold and weak. In addition to being careful not to let them catch a cold, breastfeeding mothers should also pay attention to their diet and avoid eating cold foods such as fruits and juices.
2. If the baby sneezes frequently, do not give him a bath temporarily. You can wipe his body and pay attention to keeping warm. Do not catch a cold while wiping. In daily life, babies should rest more, drink more water, and pay attention to keeping warm.
3. If the symptoms of a cold are severe, parents should not self medicate their baby because the newborn's physical function is not yet fully developed, and taking medication may harm the baby's health. At this time, it is necessary to see a doctor in a timely manner and take medication under the guidance of a doctor.
Why does a 7-day-old newborn always sneeze? Many babies experience sneezing after birth, but mothers don't have to worry about their babies catching a cold. But mothers should also pay attention to keeping their babies warm when they are just born. Sometimes, babies may sneeze because they are not accustomed to the external environment after being born in their mother's womb, and there are also some debris flying into the baby's respiratory tract that can cause sneezing.
