This condition is also called as Snuffles or Sniffles, which is commonly seen in less than 6 months old babies. It happens due to collection of mucous in nose which is difficult to clean in small babies due to narrow nasal opening and passage. It sounds like some snore coming while child is breathing. What causes it? • It happens due to deposition of mucous in nose. • Not caused by infection or cold. • Dry nose (due to dry air). • It is common in newborn babies as they get used to breathing air after 9months in fluid in womb they breathe from nose to clear it. But babies who have snuffles are otherwise well but short while breathing. Feeding can sometimes become difficult if baby cannot breathe very well through nose. What can I do for it? • Nothing specific to be done if baby is happy and able to feed. • Steam/humidifying the room when baby is sleeping so that thick mucous becomes loose. • Clean nose while bathing • Give small and frequent feeds • Salt water nasal d
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