I have heard people tell me that cool is best and that cool temps can cause colds etc. Also, do you think a humidifier is a good idea?
2006-12-19 01:26:08 · 13 answers · asked by Stephen H 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Between 68 and 70 degrees in the room. As far as humidifier goes, it won't hurt anything if the child does have a cold and is stuffed up, but it is not suggested if they don't have a cold. It is putting undue moisture in the air. Always make sure to clean (wash out ) the humidifiers tank and let it dry completely each time you use it. Use a mild disinfectant to insure no mold or mildew will grow in the tank. Also, do not store the unit with it completely closed up. Leave it open to the air so it will be dry inside and make sure to rinse it out before using it again.
2006-12-19 01:50:46 · answer #1 · answered by golden rider 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello,
The ideal room temperature depence on where your house is:
In the city is around 18-20 C
In the country side around 19-20.5 C
And what makes a child's room healthy is the air quality:
Dry air by overheating can block a child's noise.
The Germs cant servive below 20-21 C, thats why they sugest to keep baby dols in the fridge when not in use to kill the germs.
Place the heater temperature control at your childs room, this is important.
Humidificater is good and bad. If a child has no asma this humidificater can provoque asma. If your child has asma this machine is good but only on an asma crisis not the whole time.
Other solution is a purificateur with a HEPA12 filter but no ioniser as an ioniser can also provoque asma.
An air clleaner is thus the best solution for avoiding all allergies and having the air clean but not humide.
And of course, renew the air (open windows) for 20 minutes every day in the childs room.
2006-12-19 02:09:49 · answer #2 · answered by touran1970 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Best Room Temperature For Baby
2016-11-16 03:08:06 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cooler temps are supposed to prevent SIDS (about 65-72 degrees) however, my daughter will NOT sleep in a room that chilly, she sleeps a lot better when the room is kept slightly warm around 75. I just check on her frequently.
Humidifiers are fine, just make sure you clean it and change the filter often to keep the air clean. Cool temps have nothing to do with colds...they are cause by a virus :)
2006-12-19 02:55:27 · answer #4 · answered by totspotathome 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Always keep the room at room temperature to keep your baby comfortable. Your baby will not GET a cold from it being cold, that's a myth. I probably wouldn't by a humidifier unless your baby is getting nose bleeds or it is dry in the room. An air purifier is nice though because it will get rid of all of the smells and keeps the room fresh.
2006-12-19 01:38:04 · answer #5 · answered by Simply_Jo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
68 - 72 F is optimal. Cold weather doesn't cause colds--germs do. Keeping a cooler room will actually help keep the germs at bay (why do you think operating rooms are kept so cold?).
We generally keep our house fairly cool (about 69) year round, and so far, no problems with my kids. If you think it's too cool for your baby at night, make sure she's in warm pajamas or cover her with a light blanket.
2006-12-19 01:41:29 · answer #6 · answered by brevejunkie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
humidifier...no. ask your pediatrician, but i've always heard that they cause mold and respiratory problems.
as for the temp. my son's room is the coldest room in the house, unfortunately, and so his room is always a little chilly. this is probably good b/c i have a tendency to overdress him. i know i am overdressing him, but i do it anyway...i can't help it.
anyway, he seems to do really well with his room being a little cool and nice warm sleepers and light blanket over him. usually, by morning his balnket is kicked off though.
take care.
2006-12-19 01:31:32 · answer #7 · answered by joey322 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say about 68 degress - as long as it is comfortable in the room. If the baby is cool to touch, you can always bundle him in a blanket.
As for a humidifier, we never used one unless the baby was congested - the moist heat helps loosen everything up. Otherwise, I wouldn't use one to heat the room.
2006-12-19 01:33:34 · answer #8 · answered by Mimi 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
humidifiers isn't a good idea it will put bacteria in the room
the room should be around 68-70 degrees as long as there isn't a draft in baby's room baby will be fine
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2016-10-05 12:14:30 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋