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2 Apr 2024

What is Croup?

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What is Croup? 🤔
🌟 As you're preparing for the arrival of your little bundle of joy, it's essential to equip yourself with knowledge about various childhood ailments.
One of the common concerns you might come across is Croup.
🦠 Fear not! In this article, we'll dive into the ins and outs of croup, empowering you with the information you need to handle it like a pro! 💪
Understanding Croup
Croup is a respiratory condition that typically affects children between the ages of six months and three years.
It's caused by a viral infection that inflames the upper airways, including the vocal cords and windpipe.
🦠 This inflammation leads to a distinctive barking cough and a hoarse voice, making your little one sound like a cute tiny seal!
🐾 Croup often tends to worsen at night, causing moments of panic and worry for parents.
But fret not, you got this! 😉
Symptoms to Look Out For
Here are some key symptoms to keep an eye on to identify croup in your little bundle of joy:
  • Barking cough: It's not your usual cough; it sounds more like a seal or a dog barking. Quite adorable, right? 🦮
  • Hoarse voice: Your little angel might sound more like a rockstar with a raspy voice! 🎤
  • Stridor: This is a high-pitched, noisy breathing sound that occurs when your child inhales. It can be alarming, but remember, knowledge is power! 🔍
  • Fever: Sometimes, croup comes with a mild fever. Don't let it dampen your spirits; you've got the tools to handle it! 🌡️
Tips and Tricks for Soothing Croup
We know it can be worrisome to see your little one under the weather. But worry not, here are some useful tips to help soothe croup symptoms:
  • Steamy bathroom time: Take your baby into the bathroom, close the door, and turn on the hot shower. Let the steam work its magic to ease breathing. 🚿
  • Keep them upright: Prop your child up with some extra pillows while they sleep to help them breathe more comfortably. A comfy fort for your little warrior! 🏰
  • Stay calm and comforting: Your baby takes cues from you. If you remain calm and reassuring, it can help them feel safer and more relaxed. 🌈
  • Stay hydrated: Encourage your child to drink plenty of fluids. It's like a secret superhero potion! 💧
When to Seek Medical Attention
In most cases, croup can be managed at home with the above tips. However, there are times when you should reach out to your healthcare provider:
  • Severe stridor: If your child is having significant breathing difficulties, seek immediate medical attention. 🚑
  • Trouble swallowing: If your little one is struggling to swallow liquids or saliva, it's time to consult a doctor. 🍼
  • Bluish lips or skin: If you notice any bluish discoloration on your child's lips or skin, seek medical help promptly. 🌀
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Aaliyah
13 Jan 2024

Ok mom’s advice needed. My baby (6 months) has had a croup cough for two weeks now. Took her to the Dr last Saturday, they gave her a steroid and basically said there isn’t much else they can do for her. That it should go away, but it hasn’t?! She’s eating and breathing fine. No fevers. What do I do?! I’m so lost

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Ashleyrenee
Try a infant cold and cough medicine
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Samantha
Baby Vicks, humidifier, saline and nose suction
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Britt
4 Apr 2023

Lastnight was the scariest night of my life! Our 1 year old got croup a couple days ago took her to the er they gave her steroids. Went home that night then last night her breathing got worse took her back to the er they did a breathing treatment waited a couple hours then she needed another one. She wasn't improving. So they admitted her. She has stridor virus. She was hooked up to a IV. We didn't go to sleep till about 4am I got 15 mins of sleep. But we are home now and she's on more steroids 3 times a day for 4 days. She's been doing so much better tho

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Becky
🙏 prayers for a quick recovery
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Britt
thank you
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♡Elizabeth♡
12 Feb 2023

Well....my four month old got covid last week and other than him also getting the croup he's fine ~

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Amber
Glad he’s ok 🙏
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Glenda
Glad he’s doing good my baby girl tested positive for covid a couple weeks ago only had fever for 24 hours and congested…. Still not completely back to herself yet
27 Mar 2024

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Stephanie
16 Dec 2022

Good Morning loves I’m not feeling myself right now cause my son is sick with Croup and I don’t have no help or no way to get his medicine and I’m trying to do best thing I can do for them and there dad is not there I’m a single mother of 3 kids Please can someone or somebody help 😭😭😞😞

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Patricia
What do u need help with
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Stephanie
To get his medicine
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Kameron
3 Jun 2022

So my son has croup and the doctor already gave him a steroid. Does anything know of anything else I can give him or do for him to make him feel better?

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Blocked user
Vitamin C protocol. Look up the Vitamin C therapy group on FB, and it's great for so many things!!
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Group Link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/VitaminCandPregnancy/?ref=share
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Tiffany
29 Apr 2022

I feel so bad. I have a 6 week old baby who has croup and I just feel bad. I also have a 8 and a 5 year old and my 5 year old has been coughing for over a week (he has asthma).

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Curtteanna
I Pray All Is Well
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Lois
My son had croup when he was 2, Scared me so bad I called an ambulance because he sounded like he couldn’t breath. They gave him meds at the er along with a treatment and he was fine the next day all he had was cold like symptoms after
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