Question
My baby is still in the postpartum period, and for the past two days, he has been running a slight fever, and suddenly there’s a little whistling sound in his nose, which I suspect is a nasal congestion issue. The body temperature readings are mostly around 37.5 to 38.7 degrees Celsius. How should I handle a newborn’s nasal congestion and fever?
Answer
Generally, nasal congestion in newborns is often caused by a cold. You can use warm water to wipe your baby’s neck, armpits, and inguinal areas along the major arteries to help dissipate heat. Encourage your baby to drink more water, pay attention to a light diet, avoiding spicy and cold foods. Ensure good air circulation and appropriate humidity indoors. You can apply a warm towel to the nose and consume some vitamin C to enhance resistance. Arrange the baby’s schedule reasonably.