Question 1

my 3 week old baby has coughed a few times today. is it normal for newborns to cough?

Accepted Answer

Newborns cough: no it is not normal but may not be anything serious but still have the baby seen.

Question 2

what to do if my 3 week old baby been coughing a lot?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor:: A cough in a 3 year old infant is always something you should have evaluated.  The age and issues of cough necessitate a thorough history and physical exam.  My best to you and your baby!

Question 3

my 3 week old baby has a congested nose and cough. his doctor only prescribed nasal drops but nothing for the cough. what can i give him?

Accepted Answer

Nasal wash: At 7 weeks the primary cause of congestion is the environment. House dust, fragrance, perfumes, detergent or cleaning products all leave scents that may not bother you but irritate a babies nose. A good nasal clean out with saline can remove much of this irritant load, but removing the offending irritants from babies life helps more in the long run.Air particle filters can also help.

Question 4

3 week old baby has runny nose, sneezing and a cough- no fever and feeding normally. what can i do/use to ease symptoms or go to paed?

Accepted Answer

Runny nose: Use a humidifier or vaporizer in his room.Use saline ( salt water) nose drops 4 times daily. Raise his mattress or bed up so he is sleeping on an angle

Question 5

can a 3 week old baby overfeed?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no: By nature an infant will enjoy suckling and can feed continuously if offered. In general more than 15 min/side when breastfeeding has emptied the system &amp; any more is just nurturing. Bottle feeders generally stop when the bottle is empty &amp; a goal is to put enough in until a little is left when they stop. If they spit up often, too much. Usual feed=1/2 their pound weight as ounces. (8lb=4oz)

Question 6

why does my 3 week old baby have herpes oral sores?

Accepted Answer

First Virus Exposure: Babies have no immunity to herpes. Most adults have had exposure and may shed active virus even though they have no symptoms. Babies touch things and put fingers in their mouths and this is very common source of their first infection. See your pediatrician as 3 week olds can have severe infections that may need drug therapy to prevent complications & confirm the diagnosis.

Question 7

my 3 week old baby is all stuffed up he's snorting is there anything i can do to help him breath better?

Accepted Answer

Stuffed: Best to just use bulb suction to mechanically remove the gunk in his nostrils. Use a humidifier, which will help loosen it. Or you can put 1-2 drops of warm salt water into a nostril before aspirating.

Question 8

hi, we have a 3 week old baby that is suffering with a lot of wind during the early parts of the morning, can hyospasmol be given the help?

Accepted Answer

Would Never use it: Infants often struggle as they learn to coordinate digestive processes. They use fussing to add their breathing muscle to help push digestion along since they have poor abdominal muscle tone. This med slows digestive movement. I would never use it in an infant this age. If this bothers you seek guidance from the kids doc.

Question 9

my 3 week old baby sleeps all the time.  i usually have to wake him to eat.  he has a good appetite.  is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Baby needs a lot of sleep when growth hormone is secreted by the body.   If he is otherwise healthy,  i won't worry over it   in a few years, you will likely wish that he will sleep a little more.

Question 10

is it okay to give gas drops to a 3 week old baby?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Simethacone is often used for infants gas issues.I am not convinced they do much, but some parents swear by them.

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My 3 week old baby has a congested nose and cough. his doctor only prescribed nasal drops but nothing for the cough. what can i give him?

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3 week old baby has runny nose, sneezing and a cough- no fever and feeding normally. what can i do/use to ease symptoms or go to paed?

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Can a 3 week old baby overfeed?

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Why does my 3 week old baby have herpes oral sores?

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My 3 week old baby is all stuffed up he's snorting is there anything i can do to help him breath better?

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Hi, we have a 3 week old baby that is suffering with a lot of wind during the early parts of the morning, can hyospasmol be given the help?

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My 3 week old baby sleeps all the time. i usually have to wake him to eat. he has a good appetite. is this normal?

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Is it okay to give gas drops to a 3 week old baby?

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