Question
What should I do if my 22-day-old newborn has a stuffy nose due to mucus?
Answer
Hello! If a newborn has nasal congestion, you can suggest using a warm towel to apply on the baby’s nose root or using a suction cup to remove the baby’s mucus. It’s also important to ensure the baby drinks plenty of water. If the baby’s nostrils are completely blocked by mucus, you can also consider putting a drop of milk into the baby’s nasal cavity to soften it, allowing it to come out gradually. If it still doesn’t come out, you may consider using a nasal aspirator. If the baby doesn’t have any other symptoms, this treatment can be tried first. If the baby is also sneezing or has difficulty with feeding, we should consider taking the baby to the neonatal department.