Question
My baby is 40 days old and has started coughing. How should I treat it?
Answer
Firstly, determine the cause of the baby’s cough and encourage them to drink plenty of warm water. You can fill a hot water bottle with water around 40°C and wrap it in a thin towel, placing it on the baby’s back near the lungs to accelerate warmth and quickly relieve coughing. This method is particularly effective for coughs caused by the early stages of a cold. Be cautious not to burn the baby. If the baby’s cough is due to a cold, it is advisable to take them to the hospital for a diagnosis by a doctor and treatment, or you can prepare pear water for them to drink.