5 month old with cold, should I let her sleep most of day?

[pamelat]

My 5 month old has her first cough and cold. She woke several times last night sniffly and is very sleepy today, she is wanting to sleep through most of today, waking for feeds (and only managing half). She normally hates to sleep in the day

Should I leave her to it? It might do her good. Or will it mean a terrible night for both of us?

As hard as the night may be, I would let her sleep. Sure you would want to if you felt crap and she is still so small - she may well just have a good night to and wake up feeling much better. hope so. good luck!