Warm mist vs cold mist humidifier?

Question

I have a warm mist humidifier but my pediatrician recommended a cold mist humidifier. This is because my 13 month old has a little cold, nothing major, and is not on antibiotics. Does it really matter if it is cold or warm mist? If so, why?

Answer 1

someone told me that the warm mist ones, breed bacteria. dont know if thats true or not, but i would get a cold mist one...specially if the dr recomended it.

Answer 2

Really, it doesn't even matter.

I read on a website that by the time it gets to your child it is at room temperature anyways. So, like I said, really it does not matter which one you get!

Answer 3

I was told to get a cold mist because the warm breeds bacteria.  

Answer 4

do u want hot moisture in the air or cold?? cold mist humidifiers help u breathe better. lyk opens up the badness. get this one. i have it nd its perfect:

http://www.target.com/Crane-Hello-Kitty-...

Answer 5

My ped said just the opposite, that we needed a warm mist, our daughter was a preemie though and the cold mist would cool her too much.