year old because of the risk of infant botulism.
- Take a Warm Shower
The warm, moist air in a shower may temporarily ease congestion and make breathing feel more comfortable.
Avoid breathing in steam from a pot of boiling water, as this can cause serious burns.
- Gargle With Salt Water
If mucus is irritating the back of your throat, salt-water gargling may provide some relief.
Mix half a teaspoon of salt into a glass of warm water, gargle, and spit it out. This can soothe throat irritation, although it
