#asktheexpert my baby is not well

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I’m sorry to hear that your 6-month-old baby is unwell. Could you share what symptoms your baby is experiencing? Is it fever, cough, cold, diarrhea, vomiting, not eating properly, or something else?

Let me know the details so I can guide you better. Meanwhile, here are some general care tips:

✅ If Fever: Check temperature, give paracetamol (doctor-advised dose), and keep baby hydrated.
✅ If Cough/Cold: Try nasal saline drops, steam in the room (not direct), and breastfeeding/formula for hydration.
✅ If Loose Motion: Give ORS, banana, curd, and small, frequent feeds.
✅ If Not Eating Properly: Offer light foods like rice water, dal ka pani, or mashed banana.

If the baby has high fever (above 100.4°F), persistent vomiting, rashes, or difficulty breathing, see a doctor immediately. Let me know more details so I can help you better!