Brief Answer: Passing gas is common and it subsides. Detailed Answer: Hi XXXXXXX Thank you for your query on Healthcare Magic. Applying talcum powder is not mandatory. It is usually applied to body to absorb moisture and to prevent rashes that arises because of moisture. Oil massage is also not a mandatory one, but before bathing gentle and careful oil massage will make baby to sleep comfortably after giving bath in this age group. Gas sounds are common and it is a normal phenomenon in all kids around this age. The reason is because of swallowing air while taking feeds. To decrease the gas problem, do burping after each feed. And to look for proper attachment and latching to breast while taking feeds. As age increases, the gas problem usually settles down. Exposure to chilly breeze may be the cause for nose block. At this point, exposing the child to sunlight is not required; you can stop. If there is nose block, you can continue to use nasal saline drops especially before feeds and sleep time. Morning sunlight is not mandatory. Keeping the kid warm is the most important thing and avoid the child exposing to cold air. Hope I have answered your query, if you have any clarification please let me know. Regards.

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Brief Answer: Keep child dry and warm. Detailed Answer: Hi XXXXXXX Thank you for getting back. Yes, if you dry properly with a towel no need to worry about the rashes. For cold you can use a soft cotton cloth napkin to clean the nose and do it gently. Change the clothing whenever the child becomes wet or passes urine and make him dry to prevent hypothermia. At home try to use soft cotton cloth made diapers and whenever you are taking the child out you can use the regular diapers, but use it for shorter periods if needed change frequently. Prolonged time using of one diaper may cause rash, hence try to change whenever diaper is full or wet. Hope I have answered your query, if you have any clarification please let me know. Regards.

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