- 1). Sit in a hot bath or take a steam shower. The steam can open your nasal passages and get rid of the congestion.
- 2). Drink hot liquids. Consume liquids such as hot water, hot tea or chicken noodle soup The steam from these beverages and foods helps thin mucus in the nasal passages.
- 3). Use a saline nasal spray or drops. Apply spray or drops to both nostrils to loosen mucus and stimulate drainage.
- 4). Keep a cool-mist humidifier in your home to maintain a moist atmosphere and ease congestion.
- 5). Keep your head elevated. Lying down may worsen nasal congestion. Use pillows and sleep with your head slightly elevated to promote drainage.
- 6). Take a decongestant or antihistamine, but only after consulting with your obstetrician. Cold medications feature a decongestant to stimulate nasal discharge and relieve congestion.
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