dd2 has had a cough for appx 6 dyas now. I had a panic last week when I thought it was whooping cough but I think I just read too deeply into the NHS Direct website.
Her cough is worst at night but present throughout the day also. It sounds most like a smokers cough - like she is trying to cough up mucus.
Other than the fact it wakes her up more frequently through the night, it doesn't appear to bother her. She feeds well, has no fever, is a good colour, she's perky and alert and contented.
I hate bothering the doctor. I have taken dd2 one other time to the doctor at around 10 weeks old for a cough ~(one related to a cold) The doctor told me chest infections are extremely rare in breastfed babies.
Is it 'normal' for a baby to have a 'smokers'-type cough for 6/7 days and should I be giving her anything for it? Will it go away by itself?