3. Croup or Whooping Cough
It seems that whooping cough has become a bigger issue over the years, or at least more understood. It is nothing more than an inflammation of a baby’s vocal cords. It is most common for children from 6 months to around 4 years of age, is viral, and contagious. The symptoms start with a cold and eventually turn into whooping cough or croup. While it is not life threatening most of the time, it is extremely dangerous for the child. A humidifier will be key to easing the pain the child is experiencing as they try to swallow. You will also notice laborious breathing, listlessness, and a hoarse voice. A cough usually lasts about a week, but if it goes longer, a trip to the doctor is in order.