Tips to treat Stuffy and Running Nose problem in toddlers/ children

Children having stuffy or running nose is very hard to handle for parents. Children became restless and so their parents.

What causes Congested Nose in Children?

When tissue lining the nose became swollen due to inflammation of blood vessels, the problem of a stuffy nose or running nose occurs. There are many conditions that can cause the nose to run, including Cold and flu, Cold Weather, Infections of the sinuses and or adenoids, Allergic rhinitis, Foreign body insertion, etc.

Often, it is not a serious issue but if it persists for longer or more than 10 days, consult your doctor. But before that try these five gentle and effective home remedies to relieve congestion.

1. Steam: Breathing moist air can help loosen all the mucus causing their congestion. Try using a humidifier, vaporizer, or just make your child sit in a steamy bathroom.

2. Saline drops: These are available over the counter, or can be made at home by mixing a 1/2 teaspoon of salt with 8 ounces of warm water. Always make it fresh. Apply two to three drops of the saline solution into each nostril. This will help thin the mucus causing the congestion. Saline drops shouldn’t be used for longer than a few days in a row. They can dry out your child’s nose, making them more uncomfortable.

3. Fluid Diet: Give your child a lot of fluids as it will help thin nasal secretions and reduce congestion as Cold can make your child dehydrated.

4. Right position of Sleeping: Your child should sleep in an upright position to reduce congestion. Don’t make him lying at rest.

5. If your little one is old enough, teach her to blow her nose.

If there are other symptoms and your child is not getting relief from these homemade tips, call your pediatrician as soon as possible.