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  A common rite of passage into parenthood is clearing out your baby’s nose for the first time. It can be scary and there are often tears involved. But don’t worry, it will get easier. Hopefully, these natural home remedies can help make the experience a little less stressful and help you clear your baby’s nose like a pro. How to tell if your baby’s nose is clogged Other than obvious signs of a cold or infection, if your baby snorts, has noisy breathing, finds it difficult to feed or is very irritable, it could be because of a stuffy nose. Another sign your baby is congested is when your baby is breathing through his/her mouth. If your baby is really stuffed up and is having trouble breathing, it can be a bit concerning, especially when it comes to sleeping and eating. Here are some natural ways you can help clear your baby’s nose, so you both get some relief. Use saline drops or spray One of easiest ways to clear a baby’s or toddler’s nose is to use a saline nasal spray. Nasal spr...

  Layer up, but not too much When it’s cold outside we want to bundle our little ones up and protect them from the elements. And what’s cuter than a baby in a little snow hat? But how do you know if it’s enough, and when is it too much? The easiest thing to do is dress babies in several layers of clothing. In general, babies need one more layer of clothing than adults. Stick your hand inside your baby’s clothing to see if he seems hot. Too much? Take one layer off. If you see a little heat rash from overheating (yes, they can get it in the winter time too) treat it with a dab of safe, low-dose, over-the-counter hydrocortisone for a couple of days. But remember, hydrocortisone is a medicine, not a lotion, and should not be used for long periods of time. Read| 8 tips to get your toddler to wear winter clothes without throwing tantrums Protect against the elements This goes hand in hand with dressing in layers, but be sure to keep your baby protected from the cold and wind as much as ...

  Constipation in babies If you are a parent, you probably watch your baby’s every laugh, hiccup, and cry for clues about their well-being. Some signs of a problem, though, can be a little more difficult to detect. Bowel movements, for example, will change a lot over the course of your baby’s life. From time to time those changes may provide a sign that your baby is constipated. Signs of constipation A baby who exclusively consumes breast milk may not have a bowel movement every day. Often, nearly all of the nutrients are absorbed. This is very common. In fact, babies who take only breast milk almost never become constipated. Formula-fed babies, on the other hand, may have up to three or four bowel movements in a day, or have a bowel movement every few days. Still, normal bowel movement patterns in healthy babies vary widely and are greatly affected by type of milk, whether solids have been introduced, and what specific foods are being consumed. Understanding th...