My 7 months old baby has cold. My MIL had made a potli with ajwain & camphor. I have got to know that camphor inhalation is poisonous. can anyone please confirm this is true or not? plus he inhaled it for around an hour.

Question

My 7 months old baby has cold. My MIL had made a potli with ajwain & camphor. I have got to know that camphor inhalation is poisonous.  can anyone please confirm this is true or not? plus he inhaled it for around an hour.

Accepted Answer

hi parent
please keep the potli little far abojt six to ten fits from her. 
you may keep the ajwain potli though..

camphor is not toxic but off course over consumption of it is not advised..

keep a bowl of chopped onion near her bed approximately three feet far over night and

Answer

use only ajwain
avoid camphor at this age
at this age you can go for limited number of home remedies. you can give tulsi and ginger juice diluted with water 3 times per day. you can apply baby vicks if the child is not allergic to it.
boiling water with carom seeds (ajwain) and tulsi leaves can help relieve coughing. it also helps in the relief of chest congestion.
massages are most effective for children under two years of age. massage the baby's chest, back, and neck with mustard oil and garlic. cover the baby's palms and feet with the oil for immediate comfort.
keep the child hydrated with water juice and milk. you can give turmeric with milk as well as water.