Newborn Health Guide: Congestion, Bowel Movements & Reflexes

Normal newborn physiology includes distinct behavioral states and specific patterns for bowel movements. Recognizing the difference between simple congestion and serious conditions like pneumonia is crucial for timely care.

How to Treat Newborn Congestion

Published Jun,13 2017 | By April Fox

According to MayoClinic.com, babies can have as many as 10 upper respiratory infections--better known as the common cold--before age 2. It's also common for newborn babies to have some nasal congestion in the first two months of life.