{"id":1258,"date":"2021-01-11T14:54:03","date_gmt":"2021-01-11T14:54:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/?p=1258"},"modified":"2021-03-05T00:02:09","modified_gmt":"2021-03-05T00:02:09","slug":"newborn-nasal-congestion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/newborn-nasal-congestion\/","title":{"rendered":"Ten Tips For Newborn Nasal Congestion"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Most newborns suffer from nasal congestion at some time in their first few months. While a stuffy nose normally isn\u2019t something that requires a trip to the doctor, it can be tough on a newborn and can cause concern in parents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nasal congestion in babies can make it hard for them to eat or breathe and can cause overall discomfort. Fortunately there some simple remedies you can do at home to alleviate newborn nasal congestion&nbsp;and get your little one feeling comfortable again.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stuffy_Nose_or_Something_More_Serious\"><\/span>Stuffy Nose or Something More Serious?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662e50e60b3b1\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662e50e60b3b1\" checked aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/newborn-nasal-congestion\/#Stuffy_Nose_or_Something_More_Serious\" title=\"Stuffy Nose or Something More Serious?\">Stuffy Nose or Something More Serious?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/newborn-nasal-congestion\/#When_to_See_Your_Doctor\" title=\"When to See Your Doctor\">When to See Your Doctor<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/newborn-nasal-congestion\/#What_Causes_Nasal_Congestion\" title=\"What Causes Nasal Congestion?\">What Causes Nasal Congestion?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/newborn-nasal-congestion\/#When_Will_It_Go_Away\" title=\"When Will It&nbsp;Go Away?\">When Will It&nbsp;Go Away?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/newborn-nasal-congestion\/#10_Tips_for_Newborn_Nasal_Congestion\" title=\"10 Tips for Newborn Nasal Congestion\">10 Tips for Newborn Nasal Congestion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/newborn-nasal-congestion\/#1_Clean_The_Area\" title=\"1. Clean The Area\">1. Clean The Area<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/newborn-nasal-congestion\/#2_Pat_Her_On_The_Back\" title=\"2. Pat Her On The Back\">2. Pat Her On The Back<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/newborn-nasal-congestion\/#3_Buy_A_Nursery_Humidifier\" title=\"3. Buy A Nursery Humidifier\">3. Buy A Nursery Humidifier<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/newborn-nasal-congestion\/#4_A_Bowl_Of_Hot_Water_In_The_Nursery\" title=\"4. A Bowl Of &nbsp;Hot Water In The Nursery\">4. A Bowl Of &nbsp;Hot Water In The Nursery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/newborn-nasal-congestion\/#5_Steam_Up_The_Bathroom\" title=\"5. Steam Up The Bathroom\">5. Steam Up The Bathroom<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/newborn-nasal-congestion\/#6_Raise_The_Crib_Mattress\" title=\"6. Raise The Crib Mattress\">6. Raise The Crib Mattress<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/newborn-nasal-congestion\/#7_Use_A_Vapor_Rub\" title=\"7. Use A Vapor Rub\">7. Use A Vapor Rub<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/newborn-nasal-congestion\/#8_Give_Saline_Drops_Saline_Spray\" title=\"8. Give Saline Drops \/ Saline Spray\">8. Give Saline Drops \/ Saline Spray<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/newborn-nasal-congestion\/#9_Use_a_Baby_Aspirator\" title=\"9. Use a Baby Aspirator\">9. Use a Baby Aspirator<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/newborn-nasal-congestion\/#10_Try_A_Combination_Of_The_Above\" title=\"10. Try A Combination Of The Above\">10. Try A Combination Of The Above<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>For starters, you\u2019ll need to be sure that it\u2019s a stuffy nose that\u2019s bothering your newborn or something else like a <a href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/what-to-do-when-baby-has-a-cold\/\">cold<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If she\u2019s breathing through her mouth and popping off your breast or the bottle constantly while trying to eat, that is the most telling sign.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_See_Your_Doctor\"><\/span>When to See Your Doctor<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After a few days, if things aren&#8217;t getting any better, you\u2019ll need to contact your child\u2019s pediatrician.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your baby develops a fever, rash, facial swelling, has difficulty breathing or breathes too rapidly, trouble feeding or complete lack of interest in feeding, or is overly fussy and in pain, make a trip to the doctor immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Causes_Nasal_Congestion\"><\/span>What Causes Nasal Congestion?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The three leading factors that contribute to nasal congestion are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol><li>Air that is especially dry<\/li><li>Airborne Pollutants such as dust mites, pollen and even perfume<\/li><li>A viral infection (such as a cold or the &#8216;flu).<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_Will_It_Go_Away\"><\/span>When Will It&nbsp;Go Away?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The good news is, nasal congestion usually clears up on it&#8217;s own and under a week.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s often caused by dry air which makes it easier for your baby to catch a cold. Sometimes it\u2019s caused by irritants in the air like dust, pollen, smoke or perfume.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As newborns are still building up their immunity systems, it could be the cause of a cold. If you suspect that\u2019s the cause, check with your child\u2019s pediatrician to be safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Tips_for_Newborn_Nasal_Congestion\"><\/span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">10 Tips for Newborn Nasal Congestion<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Clean_The_Area\"><\/span>1. Clean The Area<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes mucus can become crusted around a baby\u2019s nostril, causing her to be stuffed up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try wetting a cotton swab with warm water and using it gently clean the area well, removing all the crusty bits so that she can breathe easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Pat_Her_On_The_Back\"><\/span>2. Pat Her On The Back<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Gently patting a baby\u2019s back can help ease nasal congestion in babies by breaking up the mucus in their chest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For best results try laying her across your knees as you gently pat her on the back. Doing this to break up the mucus can aid her in being able to cough it up and get rid of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Buy_A_Nursery_Humidifier\"><\/span>3. Buy A Nursery Humidifier<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Ultrasonic-Cool-Mist-Humidifier-Whisper-quiet\/dp\/B013IJPTFK\/ref=as_li_ss_il?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1470927976&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=nursery+humidifier&amp;linkCode=li2&amp;tag=ksnw-20&amp;linkId=70cd37be85e4b08e0d34c806704a3460\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;ASIN=B013IJPTFK&amp;Format=_SL160_&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;WS=1&amp;tag=ksnw-20\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A nursery humidifier help improve air quality and prevent sickness. The extra moisture it provides will also help loosen the mucus that is blocking your newborn&#8217;s nose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re thinking of buying one, look for a model that is especially quiet. Some humidifiers are quite nosy and can keep baby awake. This kind of defeats the purpose of improving their overall health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_A_Bowl_Of_Hot_Water_In_The_Nursery\"><\/span>4. A Bowl Of &nbsp;Hot Water In The Nursery<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t have a humidifier for the nursery, you can always leave a large bowl of warm water in the room. This will also help add moisture to the air and help break up mucus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Steam_Up_The_Bathroom\"><\/span>5. Steam Up The Bathroom<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Don\u2019t have a vaporizer or humidifier? Try steaming up the bathroom by running a hot shower, and then sit in the steamy bathroom with your baby (but don\u2019t take your baby in the hot shower \u2013 that\u2019s dangerous!). <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">The steam will have the same effect as a vaporizer or humidifier would and can help clear her nasal congestion.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Raise_The_Crib_Mattress\"><\/span>6. Raise The Crib Mattress<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sleeping with your head elevated can help you breathe better and get a good night\u2019s sleep. Since it is dangerous for babies to sleep with a pillow due to <a href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/8-tips-for-sids-prevention\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">the risk of SIDS<\/a>, try elevating her head a little while she is sleeping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can do this by slightly elevating the head of her <a href=\"https:\/\/kidsaversnetwork.com\/newborn\/the-best-crib-mattress\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">crib mattress<\/a> instead. Place&nbsp;a rolled up towel or small blanket under the head of the mattress to raise it up slightly. Be careful to only raise it slightly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you raise it too much,&nbsp;she might slide down to the other end of the mattress during the night and this could be dangerous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Use_A_Vapor_Rub\"><\/span>7. Use A Vapor Rub<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Vicks-BabyRub-Soothing-Chest-Ointment\/dp\/B005BUNM72\/ref=as_li_ss_il?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1470928053&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=baby+vapor+rub&amp;linkCode=li2&amp;tag=ksnw-20&amp;linkId=e611355012675514787ca0d80199a0d5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;ASIN=B005BUNM72&amp;Format=_SL160_&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;WS=1&amp;tag=ksnw-20\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Another great way to help with nasal congestion is use a vapor rub formulated for babies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s safe to use and rubbing it on their chest can help clear congestion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Give_Saline_Drops_Saline_Spray\"><\/span>8. Give Saline Drops \/ Saline Spray<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Little-Remedies-Noses-Saline-Spray\/dp\/B005P4J5I4\/ref=as_li_ss_il?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1470928108&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=Saline+Drops&amp;linkCode=li2&amp;tag=ksnw-20&amp;linkId=15c3d35900c6801d110594ef80a8af5f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;ASIN=B005P4J5I4&amp;Format=_SL160_&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;WS=1&amp;tag=ksnw-20\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Saline nasal drops are available over-the-counter and are the only type of nasal drops you should use with your baby. That being said, they work well to break up mucus so that it can make its way out of your baby\u2019s nose. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">For best results, lay your baby down on her back and gently tilt her head back a little, then put two drops of the saline solution in each nostril. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Don\u2019t fret if your baby sneezes some of it out, a good amount most likely made its way into her nasal passage. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Because nasal saline drops are safe to use in babies, you can use them as many times as you need to for your baby\u2019s stuffy nose.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Use_a_Baby_Aspirator\"><\/span>9. Use a Baby Aspirator<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many parents are turning to baby aspirators to help clear nasal congestion. These basically work like syringes and will use air to help clear a baby&#8217;s stuffy nose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are three main types of aspirators:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/BoogieBulb-Baby-Aspirator-Newborns-Toddlers\/dp\/B00L4MJEC8\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1470928181&amp;sr=8-5&amp;keywords=Snotsucker&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=ksnw-20&amp;linkId=4edba530c05e9591fc02285033bb6b01&amp;th=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">nasal \u201cbulb\u201d type<\/a> you pump<\/li><li>The \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/NoseFrida-The-Snotsucker-Nasal-Aspirator\/dp\/B00171WXII\/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1470928181&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=Snotsucker&amp;linkCode=sl1&amp;tag=ksnw-20&amp;linkId=732dded4e6644f4ef0c157979e759bd2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Snotsucker<\/a>\u201d type which you suck.<\/li><li>The \u201cMini-Vacuum\u201d Type (pictured) that is battery powered and assists your own sucking.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you get used to the idea, sucking out your baby&#8217;s snot is a great idea. And yes, that sentence was weird to write!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Little-Martins-Operated-Aspirator-Magnifier\/dp\/B01BTFT9QK\/ref=as_li_ss_il?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1470928251&amp;sr=8-13&amp;keywords=nasal+aspirator&amp;linkCode=li2&amp;tag=ksnw-20&amp;linkId=8c5487886ab7016ddf2c12fb5a679e9e\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?_encoding=UTF8&amp;ASIN=B01BTFT9QK&amp;Format=_SL160_&amp;ID=AsinImage&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;WS=1&amp;tag=ksnw-20\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The last thing you want to do is put some high-powered vacuum up their nose and hurt your little one. At least when you suck you can control the force and monitor your baby the whole time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a number of nasal aspirators on the market to choose from. For my own baby, I didn&#8217;t&nbsp;choose the \u201cbulb types\u201d. They don&#8217;t seem especially hygienic and more of a \u201cUse once and throw away\u201d sort of thing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The top rated aspirators don&#8217;t cost that much more than the bulb types. They are waterproof and you can get replacement nasal tips for them as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Try_A_Combination_Of_The_Above\"><\/span>10. Try A Combination Of The Above<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many parents report a lot of success with nasal congestion using saline drops first and then an aspirator. Some go straight to the aspirator. Much will depend on your little one and how comfortable they find one method over the other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>Any of these newborn congestion tips&nbsp;can help ease your baby\u2019s stuffy nose, but don\u2019t fret too much over your baby\u2019s nasal congestion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As long as your baby is eating well it\u2019s o.k to just wait it out until the congestion passes \u2013 she\u2019ll be her usual happy self before you know it!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Most newborns suffer from nasal congestion at some time in their first few months. While a stuffy nose normally isn\u2019t something that requires a trip to the doctor, it can be tough on a newborn and can cause concern in parents. 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