Greene s answer for generations parental wisdom has held that cold air is not good for children s respiratory systems.
Fresh air good for baby colds.
In particular cold air has been thought to cause colds thus the name.
Cold socks if baby has a fever wet cold socks in water then put them on baby to help lower their temp.
Cool air for a cough a walk in cool but moderate fresh air can help relieve the swelling and congestion caused by a cough.
Make sure baby is well wrapped up if it s cold.
Some illnesses demand that you keep them indoors to take care of them but with a cold you ll probably find the fresh air helps her breathe better and a good dose of it makes them more sleepy too.
The practice stemmed from a longstanding belief that time outdoors promoted strength and robust health.
Tips before you try.
Children from infancy on up were bundled in warm clothes and taken out in all seasons.
Earlier medical traditions have tended to agree with folk wisdom.
Nurse upright sleep upright when possible keep baby upright to lower congestion or sinus induced reflux.
For centuries it was common wisdom that a few hours of fresh air each day was an absolute necessity.