With the onset of cold weather, children are often exposed to colds. Cold wind, drizzling rains, first frost contribute to the appearance of unpleasant symptoms. How to prevent the occurrence of an autumn cold in a child?
Most pediatricians agree that a child's cold is normal. However, any discomfort causes inconvenience to the baby and adds anxiety to the mother. There are simple ways to minimize the child's illness in the fall.
1. Dress for the weather. You should not wrap up the baby too much or, conversely, wear lightweight clothes. Overheating causes increased sweating, after which a small gust of cool wind will cause illness.
2. If the baby is attending kindergarten, daily lubricate his nasal mucosa with antiviral agents. They provide protection against fall colds.
3. Give your child disposable handkerchiefs. On them, unlike tissue, microbes do not accumulate.
4. Do not cover your baby's nose with a scarf at the first frost. Our body is designed so that cold air entering through the mucous membranes of the nose warms up. When breathing through the mouth, microorganisms that cause the disease can freely penetrate inside.
5. Eat natural phytoncides. These beneficial substances are found in onions and garlic. If your child does not like their taste, arrange the dishes with chopped vegetables around the apartment. Natural phytoncides disinfect the premises well.
6. Ventilate the apartment, more often arrange wet cleaning. The supply of clean air prevents viruses from multiplying, helping to avoid colds in the child.
Introduce fresh vegetables and fruits into the diet. Walk more often despite bad weather. Autumn walks help to strengthen the immune system, adapt the baby's body to the coming cold weather and allow the whole family to enjoy the beauty of the amazing time of the year.
