Cold and Flu Relief: Cough Remedies and Immune Support

What are the best ways to get rid of a bad, dry cough or shorten a cold's duration? From flu shot reactions to cough remedies while pregnant, managing cold and flu involves targeted nutrition and mucus clearance.

Ways to Get Rid of a Cough for a 6 Month Old Baby

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Sommer Leigh

Causes of cough in a six month-old baby include cold, croup, viruses, allergies and sinusitis. While most of these illnesses are mild, hearing your baby cough is worrisome, particularly if your baby is fussy.

Sommer Leigh has produced home, garden, family and health content since 1997 for such nationally known publications as "Better Homes and Gardens," "Ladies' Home Journal," "Midwest Living," "Healthy Kids" and "American Baby." Leigh also owns a Web-consulting business and writes for several Internet publications. She has a Bachelor of Science in information technology and Web management from the University of Phoenix.