Doctor names simple way to improve baby's health at home
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Ventilation of the room where a baby sleeps is necessary to prevent the air from overheating, Zarema Ten, a therapist at the Vidnovskaya Clinical Hospital of the Moscow Region Ministry of Health, told NEWS.ru. She noted that the temperature in the room should not fall below 20–22 degrees.
Constant air circulation helps maintain a comfortable room temperature. For newborns, the optimal temperature is around 20–22°C. If the room is overheated, the baby may sweat, which increases the risk of hypothermia , Ten said.
According to her, in a room that has not been ventilated for a long time, the oxygen level decreases and the concentration of carbon dioxide increases. The doctor specified that this can lead to a deterioration in the baby's health, loss of appetite and sleep disturbance.
Fresh air helps remove dust, allergens and germs from the room. This is especially important for children prone to allergies or respiratory diseases. With regular ventilation, air humidity is maintained at 40-60%, which is the optimal level for the health of the baby's skin and mucous membranes , Ten added.
Earlier, pediatrician Ramil Shakhveledov said that a child's room should be aired for no longer than 15 minutes in the morning and evening . He explained that the window should not be opened completely, so as not to cause the child to catch a cold.
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