Question 1

my baby has a bad cough that won't let her sleep. i put vapor rub on her chest and have a cool mist humidifier on for her. any suggestions?

Accepted Answer

Depends: You don't state the age. Sleep cough does not necessarily indicate infection. Cough is a reflex and can be initiated by an irritable nercous system. If bottle fed try nutramigen. If older, remove all forms of sugar, all this assumes that your baby does not have fever or any indication of infection.

Question 2

my 8 month old baby keeps coughing has runny nose always congested we've taken her to the dr nothing has helped we sleep with a humidifier:(?

Accepted Answer

Nasal saline: You can try nasal saline or use of a bulb syringe to clean out the nose. If a family member or household member smokes encourage them to stop. If you have pets try to keep them away from the child. You could consider hypoallergenic pillow and mattress covers. Cold medicines are not recommended at this point.

Question 3

how can i feel confident that my sleeping baby is ok?

Accepted Answer

Good parenting: You cannot stay awake 24 hours a day to watch your baby.  You can remember to lay the baby on his or her back when putting to bed.  Make sure blankets are not too excessive or fluffy, and be careful of the quality of bedding.  Good ventiliation in the bedroom and a normal temperature is also important- not too hot or too cold.

Question 4

can i breastfeed a sleeping baby?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Latching at the beginning usually requires at least a partially-awake baby, but many mom-baby pairs find that babies continue to nurse great even when they've fallen asleep on the breast.

Question 5

hi... i had an ultrasound and the tech used a vibrator to wake my sleeping baby up... "is that a safe method for the baby"????

Accepted Answer

Yes: Ultrasound has been used and studied in depth for more than 4 decades. It has no negative effects on the fetus. For a tech to get enough views of the babies body parts it may move the probe into a variety of positions and use other tricks to complete the study. It is no more invasive to baby than you rolling over in your sleep.

Question 6

do i need to wake up a sleeping baby to take medication? 5 months old baby taking therapies for asthma.

Accepted Answer

No: If the baby is sleeping peacefully, breathing easy and not coughing then you do not have to wake him up to give asthma treatment.  If the baby is working hard to breathe, grunting or coughing then yes, wake him up and give him a treatment.  Talk to your doctor in the morning about what he/she wants you to do in these situations in the future.

Question 7

what causes a child to grind their teeth while sleeping? baby teeth were ground down. i worry now about adult teeth. the child is 8.

Accepted Answer

Sleep bruxism: The cause(s) of bruxism are not fully understood. Causes include stress and anxiety, sleep disorder, misalignment of teeth, aggressive  or hyperactive personality. Give that baby teeth were ground down, i would recommend you see a pediatric dentist to evaluate the integrity of your 8 yr olds permanent teeth and strategies to keep your childs adult teeth intact.

Question 8

do i need to wake up a sleeping baby for liquids? fever of 101.6 has had stomach issues & vomit day before due to intolerance. finally sleeping.

Accepted Answer

Vomiting &amp; fever is : more likely a viral gastroenteritis, as a lactose or other complex sugar intolerance does not cause fever. If the baby is &gt; 2 months old, is able to keep down Pedialyte, has wet diapers, is alert when awake, &amp; feels better after the appropriate dose of Tylenol (acetaminophen) for rectal Temp &gt; 100.4, letting him sleep is okay.

Question 9

does pre-seed lubricant help to conceive and if yes how? can i use it 6 weeks after a 22 weeks sleeping baby. when will my period return after birth

Accepted Answer

Preseed: Preseed will not help with improving chance of pregnancy. However, unlike other lubricants, does not affect sperm negatively, therefore will not hamper your chances of conceiving.

Question 10

how far should a humidifier be from sleeping toddler?

Accepted Answer

Out of reach: The distance is not as important as the ability for the toddler to reach the device.  If it is out of his reach and he cannot get out of bed and get to it, it should be ok.  You want the humidifier to moisturize the air nearby but that will occur any where in a room that is about 12/12ft.

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My baby has a bad cough that won't let her sleep. i put vapor rub on her chest and have a cool mist humidifier on for her. any suggestions?

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My 8 month old baby keeps coughing has runny nose always congested we've taken her to the dr nothing has helped we sleep with a humidifier:(?

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How can i feel confident that my sleeping baby is ok?

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Can i breastfeed a sleeping baby?

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Hi... i had an ultrasound and the tech used a vibrator to wake my sleeping baby up... "is that a safe method for the baby"????

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Do i need to wake up a sleeping baby to take medication? 5 months old baby taking therapies for asthma.

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What causes a child to grind their teeth while sleeping? baby teeth were ground down. i worry now about adult teeth. the child is 8.

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Do i need to wake up a sleeping baby for liquids? fever of 101.6 has had stomach issues & vomit day before due to intolerance. finally sleeping.

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Does pre-seed lubricant help to conceive and if yes how? can i use it 6 weeks after a 22 weeks sleeping baby. when will my period return after birth

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