My son is almost 2 months old and he has a cold can i put vicks vapor rub on his chest?

Question

My son is almost 2 months old and he has a cold can i put vicks vapor rub on his chest?

Answer 1

With little ones, it's really important to consult a doctor before you do anything like that. Give them a call tomorrow.

Answer 2

The best thing for you to do is call your doctor or is call a local drug store.  

Answer 3

no ...he's to young still maybe at 6 month and very little

Answer 4

Not a good idea. Baby's skin is very delicate. You can get special products for babies eg euky bear rub. Saline drops in the nose is good to loosen up mucous and unblock noses. good luck. mother of 5 boys.

Answer 5

No cause he might touch it and rub it on his eyes or testes...

Answer 6

i think vics is a little too strong for a 2 month old, call the doctor and ask tomorrow, for now just keep him on sort of an incline if you can, and give him childrens tylenol to break the fever if he has one

Answer 7

I think you can, but if you are worried then i would put some on his singlet or whatever clothing is closest to his skin that way it still helps without it touching his skin.

Answer 8

yes u can use vicks infant  

Answer 9

Yes you can.But not too much.I think they make a version for younger children.I remember my stepdad used to do that every winter onset.The kindest thing he ever did for me in his whole life.

Answer 10

Rub some on a hankey or something because he will get some of those vapors and it will help him breath better.

Answer 11

no get a humidifier with med you put in the water they have vicks for the water

Answer 12

I wouldnt, i think its too strong for a 2 month old. Put a humidifyer by his crib.