The Best Baby Cold Remedies—And The Ones You Should Avoid

If you see these symptoms, you should call your doctor:

1. Not drinking much or excessive vomiting or diarrhea. Dehydration is dangerous.

2. Listlessness or a decreased level of alertness. If they aren’t responding like they usually do and they’re excessively sleepy, something might be wrong.

3. A fever above 38°C (100.4°F), taken rectally. Bring your baby over three months in if the fever isn’t brought down by pain relievers or lasts longer than three days. A baby under three months with any fever should be seen.

4. Constant crying. Baby shouldn’t be inconsolable.

5. Difficulty breathing.