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Newborn Breathing

Are All Those Little Noises Normal?

By Melinda Copp

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Acid reflux can also be a culprit. "All newborns reflux a little," Dr. Kass says. "But when it comes up too much, it can irritate the back of the throat and cause some swelling, which may cause noisy breathing."

Aside from allergies, acid reflux and normal noisiness, your baby could be sick, which can be very dangerous in newborns because their immune systems aren't developed. If your baby isn't sleeping or eating or has a fever, then he may be in trouble.

"Any baby under 3 months old with a temperature of 100.4 or above is considered an emergency, except in the 24 hours after the first immunization," Walker says.

If your baby is coughing several times an hour, breathing at a rate higher than 60 breaths per hour or wakes up with a barking cough, then you should call the pediatrician. And any time you're unsure about your baby's health, it never hurts to have him checked out.

"Parents usually have good instincts and know if the baby is not well," Dr. Hallas says. "If they are uncertain, they should call their doctor and talk about their concerns."

Although it's natural for new parents to worry about every little noise their newborn makes, rest assured that as long as your baby doesn't have a fever, is eating and sleeping comfortably and is alert and active, the noises are probably normal. And one day, you'll miss those noisy little newborn quirks.

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