Congestion due to cough and cold is common in many women during pregnancy due to the swelling of the nasal passages. However, suffering from dry cough during pregnancy can be a bit troublesome both for the mother and the baby.

However, there are a number of ways to treat dry cough and make pregnancy a smooth sailing one, without any hazards. It is safe and useful to try home remedies to treat dry cough during pregnancy. Take a look at some of the effective remedies that can help to combat this syndrome.

How To Treat Dry Cough During Pregnancy

Steam Inhalation

Inhalation of steam in a steam vaporizer, humidifier, or steaming kettle is totally safe during pregnancy. A tent can be prepared by draping a sheet over an open umbrella that is resting on the back of the chair. The humidifier has to be placed on the chair and the would-be mother has to spend about 15 minutes 3 to 4 times a day, inside the tent.

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The time can be slowly extended to 30 minutes if it is not so uncomfortable but the pregnant mothers are advised not to stay inside the tent if it becomes unbearably hot.

Fluid Intake

Drink 8 ounces of liquid every hour. The liquids can include juices, soups as well as water.

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Chicken soup is best remedy for dry cough. But milk consumption should be limited and should only be consumed if recommended by the doctor.

Hot Shower

Taking a hot shower or sitting inside the bathroom with the hot shower running also helps to breathe in warm damp air.

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This damp air is extremely helpful in treating the irritation caused by dry cough.

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Honey and Lemon

Mix one teaspoon of honey with two teaspoons of lemon juice and do not try to swallow the liquid in one go.

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The liquid in fact would be too thick to be swallowed all at once. Hence, take it in three small intervals and you could notice the easing off the cough soon after.

Honey

Mix honey in a hot drink and drink it before going to bed.

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This is a helpful remedy for dry cough.

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