Home Health Flu, Cough and Cold: Causes and How to Avoid Them

Flu, Cough and Cold: Causes and How to Avoid Them

A change in season invariably results in our children falling ill, with cold and cough and flu. The regular signs are a runny nose, an itchy throat, sneezes and fever. Our baby is miserable (and so are we).  Let’s address each of these individually.

  1. Cold:

The Rhinovirus is the most common cause of cold. Cold usually lasts between 5 to 10 days. Our child, at the onset of the illness, tends to feel unwell and then has a sore throat. Cough is one of the closest ‘friends’ of cold.

  1. Cough:

The sound of my son coughing makes me want to cry, a feeling shared by all mums, I am sure. Well, addressing the cause can help our child:

Self medication is again not advisable for your baby. In case, the severity of cough increases or if your child has difficulty breathing, rush to your doctor.

  1. Flu

Flu is also referred to as Influenza. It is an infection that targets our child’s respiratory system. It tends to be more severe than cold as it can develop into pneumonia. Our child feels awful the first couple of days after the onset of the illness.

Mums, make your child rest and give him lots of fluid. Stay healthy!

OUR TOP PICKS

  • 01Best overall
  • 02Best for protection
  • 03Best for ease of use
  • 04Best for comfort

Related articles

Electric vs. Manual Ride-On Cars Under ₹5000 – What’s Best for Your Baby?
Electric vs. Manual Ride-On Cars Under ₹5000 – What’s Best for Your Baby?

Choosing the perfect ride-on toy for your baby can be exciting and overwhelming. With so many options available, especially when you're sticking to a budget under ₹5000, parents often find themselves comparing electric toy cars with manual ride-on cars. But what really suits your child’s age, safety, and play preferences? Let's dive into the world of toy cars and find out!

Read More
Top 5 Premium Baby Products Every New Parent Should Invest In
Top 5 Premium Baby Products Every New Parent Should Invest In

Becoming a new parent is a life-changing experience—filled with love, joy, and a long checklist of things your little one needs. With so many options 

Read More
How to Handle Injuries and Accidents
How to Handle Injuries and Accidents

I remember child proofing the entire house when my son started to crawl. So, sharp edges, corners, doors, windows, power points, all were ‘baby protected’☺.

Read More