What is the appropriate humidity in the baby's room

Many parents are troubled when placing their babies because they don’t know what temperature and humidity are most suitable for their babies. The baby's body is relatively delicate. If the environmental humidity is not appropriate, the baby will feel very uncomfortable, and it may even have a great impact on the baby's physical health. So, what is the appropriate humidity level in the baby’s room?

Suitable room temperature for babies

Regarding the temperature of the baby's room, it is not about how high or how low it should be. The first thing to do is to keep the room at a constant temperature. The temperature of the baby's room should be constant with very little change. This is suitable for the baby, especially for premature babies or babies weighing less than 2.5 kg. When these two types of babies are born, their body's temperature regulation mechanism has not yet been fully formed, so they need a suitable constant temperature to prevent colds. A healthy baby has enough fat on his body and his temperature regulation mechanism is mature. Generally, the environment that adults feel is suitable for him is also suitable for him.

However, in the first few weeks after birth, the baby cannot adapt to the obvious temperature changes between indoors and outdoors. Therefore, in order to prevent the baby from getting sick, it is best to keep the indoor temperature at 20-21 degrees Celsius.

In addition to maintaining this temperature, the humidity in the room is also important. The humidity in the baby's room is generally kept at around 50%. If the air is dry, your baby's nose will be blocked and he will sleep uneasily at night.

The baby's body temperature regulation function is not perfect, and the body temperature fluctuates greatly due to environmental influences, so on the one hand, you need to keep warm, and on the other hand, you should also pay attention to controlling the temperature. It is also not advisable to overheat and cause dehydration. Generally, the ideal temperature in a baby's room is around 22 degrees Celsius, not lower than 18 degrees Celsius and not higher than 28 degrees Celsius. In addition, pay attention to the baby's clothing and quilts. The baby's cheeks, back, palms and other parts should be warm but not sweaty.

Generally speaking, water heating in the north can ensure that the indoor temperature is above 16 degrees Celsius. For residents whose heating temperature is too high or who live on the top floor, in addition to adjusting the heating, you can also adjust the temperature by opening the windows in the living room or other rooms, but do not blow air directly at your baby to prevent them from catching a cold when they go out due to the large temperature difference between inside and outside.

For families in the south who use air conditioners, electric heaters, or stoves for heating, do not place the baby in front of the air conditioner, and do not let the baby lie within 2 meters of an electric heater or stove.

Suitable indoor humidity for babies

The humidity problem is often overlooked. In fact, humidity is equally important to babies. The nasal mucosa of newborns is relatively fragile. If the indoor temperature is too dry, it will easily affect their respiratory health, and if the humidity is too high, it will easily breed bacteria. Generally, a humidity of around 50% is ideal. Humidity can be adjusted using devices such as humidifiers and windows.

Special Tips

It is best to open the windows of the baby's room for ventilation twice a day. You can temporarily move the baby to other rooms and bring the baby back after the ventilation is completed and the indoor temperature and humidity are restored.

How to maintain humidity in your baby's room

1. Place a distiller that sprays warm mist where your baby sleeps. It helps to maintain a suitable and constant relative humidity, especially in winter when many homes are equipped with central heating systems. This distiller can completely moisturize the room, and the regular hum of the distiller will help your baby sleep better. When traveling with your baby in winter, you can also carry a distiller with you, especially when staying in a hotel.

2. Place a basin of water in the baby's room or sprinkle water on the floor. Water can moisturize the air. If the baby's room is too dry, you might as well put a basin of water on the floor or cabinet of the baby's room, or sprinkle some water on the floor. This can effectively adjust the problem of dry air in the baby's room.

3. Place a humidifier in your baby’s room. Indoor air humidification can be done by sprinkling water, placing basins of water, etc., but the most convenient way is to use a humidifier. Mommy can add a few drops of vinegar in the humidifier, which can have a sterilizing effect. Adding some lavender essential oil to a humidifier at night can improve sleep quality. However, mothers should be aware that humidifiers may increase the possibility of respiratory diseases.