When to worry about baby congestion

If your newborn has a stuffy nose, you're probably wondering what you should do—and if you should be concerned. Rest assured that it's very common for babies to have nasal congestion from time to time, especially when they are newborns. In fact, typically, newborn congestion is nothing to worry about and can easily be treated with home remedies, as needed.

Keep in mind that newborn noses are small with tiny nasal passages. Because of that, your baby might sneeze often, too. These sneezes don't necessarily mean they have a cold but instead are the body's natural way of clearing the nose of irritants.

How to unblock baby nose naturally

Below is everything you need to know about newborn congestion, including how to help your baby when they have a stuffy nose, when to worry about a congested newborn, and when to call your health care provider.

What Causes Newborn Congestion

At birth, it's normal for babies to be congested because they typically get some amniotic fluid in their noses that can result in stuffiness for the first few days after birth.

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