It can be very distressing for you both and your baby if they get a nosebleed.
These can occur for many reasons, but they are usually not to be worried about.
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However, this won’t stop your child from becoming anxious or crying when blood drips down their nose.
Sarah Hunstead is a paediatrician and first aid. She said it was crucial to calm down and reassure your child when this happens. Crying will only make things worse.
According to the NHS nosebleeds can occur in children, and most cases can be treated at-home.
They are usually caused by nose picking, too much pressure on your nose and too dry inside your nose.
The doctor shared her top tips with parents to prevent their children from suffering.
She suggested that the first thing you should do is to place your child in a comfortable, upright position and to lean slightly forward.
Sending an email to CPR ChildrenSarah shared this tip on her Facebook page. She suggested that you squeeze the soft, lower portion of your nose, pressing the nostrils together with the fingers.
Your child can do it if they are a little older. However, you will need to keep pressing for at least ten minutes.
Guru added, “Don’t keep removing your fingers in order to see if bleeding has stopped.”
“The blood needs time to clot. A book can be a distraction for your child.
“Keep a watch on you to make sure that ten minutes have passed.
“After 10 minutes, release the nose and check if the bleeding has stopped. If the nosebleed continues, squeeze the nostrils for another ten minutes.”
Sarah suggests that, in addition to pressing the nostrils, you can also place a cool towel/ice pack on your baby’s neck while they are sitting on your lap.
Sarah explained that they only can tolerate it if they want.
To cool them down, you can offer them an ice drink or cold beverage to cool them off. This will also help get rid of any blood taste.
Parents should encourage children to expel any blood from their noses into their mouths.
Sarah explained that swallowing blood can cause your child to vomit, which can lead to more bleeding.
WHEN TO GET HELP
She added that if you have given all the first aid and your little one is still bleeding, you should go to an emergency department.
The NHS states that you should go to A&E if the bleeding lasts for longer than 10 to 15 minutes.
Also, be sure to make it if your child is bleeding excessively or if they are vomiting.
Alongside this, you should take your child to A&E if the bleeding started after a head injury.
Seek help if your child feels weak or dizzy or has difficulty breathing.