When winter comes, adults don't want to get cold. And children's immune system is already low. Special measures have to be taken for them in this season. They have to be very carefully aware and ensure their care. Once you have a cold, chest phlegm can lead to pneumonia.

According to experts, 200 viruses are responsible for the cold in newborn babies, and a baby can get a cold if infected by any one of them. However, rhinoviruses are most responsible for the common cold in children. The common cold infects the nose and throat.

If the virus is transmitted through airborne contamination, the person coughs, talks, and sneezes during which the virus can be spread by sneezing, coughing, and talking.

By touch When an infected person touches your child, the virus is passed to your child through that touch.

If the child has red eyes, frequent breathing, dry lips, runny nose, itchy ears, etc., he should be taken to the doctor immediately.

Also symptoms of pneumonia include nasal congestion while sleeping, body ache and not being able to eat. Make sure that the child gets enough sleep.
 
Check out what to do if a newborn baby has a cold-

1. At this time, adequate lighting should be provided in the room. Bathe the baby in lukewarm water every other day or every day.

2. Almost everyone gets cold and cough in winter. As a result we have germs on our hands. So always keep your hands clean. Use a handkerchief when sneezing or coughing.

3. Make sure that the child gets plenty of rest during cold weather.

4. Always try and breastfeed your baby a few extra times.

5. You can eat fruits or fruit juices with vitamin C.

6. Saline nasal drops may be given to clear the nasal block.

7. Wipe your baby's nose to remove runny mucus and use a light petroleum jelly to moisturize the skin around the nose to avoid irritation.