Many people (including me before this happened) don’t know how the common cold can affect newborns, so I’m posting to raise awareness. My little guy had trouble breathing with RSV / Rhinovirus and it was the hardest thing I’ve ever had to see. He had coughing episodes where he couldn’t catch his breath, he turned blue, he had chest retractions, nasal flaring and was grunting with each breath. He was able to maintain good oxygen, but I know other babies don’t come out of this and it breaks my heart. I know some germs are unavoidable but do what you can to stock the spread!! Wash your hands, don’t kiss babies, and stay home if you are sick.
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