When your little one’s sick with a cold, one of the hardest parts of the day might be the night As tempting as it may be to give them some cough and cold medicine, that’s unlikely to do much good So what can help a child with a cold feel better enough to finally doze off? Dr. Smith says it depends on both their age and their symptoms Use a nasal saline spray If the cold is mostly in their nose, whether it’s runny or congested, a nasal saline spray can help to flush it out. If you can convince them to use some before bed, that can clear out some of the nasal passages before they try to fall asleep Rub menthol ointment on their chest For kids older than two with stuffy noses, Dr. Smith recommends a common home remedy massaging a menthol rub on your kiddo’s chest (then covering it with a t-shirt or pajamas so they don’t try to put any in their mouth Turn on a humidifier in the bedroom It’s harder to breathe through a stuffy nose when the indoor atmosphere is dry. A humidifier can help moisturize the air so that it flows better through the nasal passages Serve up a little honey If a cough is the primary symptom you’re dealing with, a teaspoon of honey could help soothe their throat. You could mix it in warm water or warm tea in the evening Stick with your regular routine When your little one’s not feeling great, it can be tempting to skip some of your normal bedtime steps and tuck them right in.
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Saturday, June 28, 2025