How to Help a Baby Sleep at High Altitude

Traveling with a baby is never easy. If you are going from sea level to high altitudes, you may want to take precautions to make sure your baby doesn't get altitude sickness. Babies younger than three months are more susceptible to altitude sickness which, may prevent them from sleeping well.

Things You'll Need

  • Sunscreen
  • Electrolyte solution
  • Cool mist humidifier

Instructions

  1. How to Help Baby Sleep at High Altitudes

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      Keep your baby warm. Higher altitudes can cause temperatures to drop and be more extreme. Keeping your baby warm will help to keep him comfortable.

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      Give your baby ample feedings. This will help prevent dehydration, which is one of the most common reasons people get altitude sickness.

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      Use sunscreen when outside. Even if you don't think it is that warm, you are closer to the sun and your baby may become sunburned and dehydrated as a result. The sunburn will also irritate your baby's skin, making it itch and hurt, which can disrupt sleep.

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      Use a cold-mist humidifier in the room where your baby is sleeping or playing during the day. High altitudes have less moisture in the air, which can make breathing more difficult. The humidifier will add moisture to the sleeping environment. Running it during the day while you are indoors will also help prevent problems.

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      Offer your baby sips of an electrolyte solution to keep her hydrated.

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      Keep an eye out for altitude sickness symptoms, such as vomiting and coughing. Consult your pediatrician if your baby is not sleeping or eating, or is vomiting for more than 24 hours. Consider going down to a lower altitude if possible.

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