Infant Snoring - does your baby snore?

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Infant Snoring - does your baby snore?

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Infant snoring may be caused by several factors. Because infants do not breathe through their mouth, if they have any nasal congestion they will tend to snore. Nasal congestion can be caused by allergies or colds. Some studies have shown that if the parents snore the infant is likely to snore as well. This may be related to familial allergies or inherited facial and throat structure. Determining the cause of the infant snoring can help the parents intervene appropriately.

Basic treatments - suction bulb and saline spray

One of the first things a parent can do to determine if the infant snoring is a serious problem is to begin by some basic treatments. Most parents are familiar with suction bulbs but do not use them enough. Using a suction bulb before bed or nap time may clear the nasal passageway enough to allow quiet breathing.

Another simple remedy for nasal congestion is saline spray. Many pediatricians recommend a basic saline spray to help clear the nasal cavity. These sprays can be bought over-the-counter is the local drug store. Parents just need to be cautious to by only a saline spray and not a nasal spray with medication unless advised by their physician. Another easy home remedy is using a humidifier in the baby’s room. Humidified air can help keep the nasal discharge moist so it is more easily moved through the nasal passageways.

If the infant snoring is not easily cured by basic home remedies it is best for the parents to consult the pediatrician. If the infant has sleep apnea or structural obstructions which prevent adequate oxygen intake it is very important that medical intervention takes place. The infant may need to wear a breathing mask when sleeping or have supplemental oxygen.

In some rare cases surgical intervention may be required to remove obstructions in the throat or nasal cavity which are causing the infant snoring. While this may sound harsh some simple surgeries may be a great advantage to the infant for its whole life. Good oxygen intake while sleeping will enable an infant to grow, develop, and learn to its full potential.

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