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As new parents, protecting a newborn from infections often becomes the family\u2019s biggest priority. Alongside medical advice, many Indian families also turn to age-old home remedies passed down through generations. One such remedy that recently came into the spotlight was the ajwain (carom seed) potli<\/em>, after actor Vivek Dahiya shared that\u00a0his family has been using it while caring for his twins during a viral infection.<\/p>\n

In a recent YouTube vlog, Vivek revealed that he had been battling a viral infection<\/a><\/strong> and was taking extra precautions because of his newborn babies. \u201cHumare babies are extremely susceptible to any kind of virus aur infection, toh mujhe bahut bahut cautious hona padta hai aur mujhe nahi cautious hona chahta hoon<\/em>.\u201d (Our babies are extremely susceptible to any kind of virus or infection, so I have to be extremely careful.)<\/p>\n

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\nReflecting on how fatherhood has changed him, he added, \u201cBaap banne ke baad sabse bada change ye aaya hai\u2026 jab main bimaar padta tha\u2026 main antibiotics nahi leta hoon, main refrain karta hoon dawaaiyon se\u2026 kyunki mujhe lagta hai ke gradually antibiotics kahin na kahin aapki immunity kharab karti hain\u2026 ab mujhe jaldi se jaldi recover hona hai<\/em>.\u201d (The biggest change after becoming a father is that earlier, when I fell ill, I would avoid taking antibiotics because I felt they gradually weakened my immunity. Now I want to recover as quickly as possible.) He also shared that the infection had spread within the family, saying, \u201cHum toh theek ho gaye hain, lekin hamare ghar mein kisi aur ka wicket down ho gaya hai<\/em>.\u201d (I have recovered, but someone else in the family has now fallen sick.)<\/p>\n

DISCLAIMER: <\/span>This article is based on information from the public domain and\/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.<\/span><\/i><\/span><\/p>\n

The vlog also captured conversations with his mother-in-law and wife, actor Divyanka Tripathi<\/a>, as the family tried to minimise the babies\u2019 exposure. Vivek\u2019s mother-in-law joked about catching the infection from him, saying, \u201cJamai sahab se aaya\u2026 mujhe ye nahi maloom tha na ki mera damad itna infectious hai. Mummy ke hisaab se damad toh pavitra aur paavan hote hain, woh kaise gande ho sakte hain?<\/em>\u201d (It came from my son-in-law\u2026 I didn\u2019t know my son-in-law was so infectious. According to mothers, sons-in-law are pure and sacred, so how could they spread germs?) Vivek responded lightheartedly, \u201cKoi baat nahi mummy, andhkaar ke baad hi ujala aata hai\u2026 jaise mere saath sab theek ho gaya, aapke saath bhi sab theek ho jayega.<\/em>\u201d (Don\u2019t worry, after darkness comes light. Just as I recovered, you will recover too.)<\/p>\n

Sharing one home remedy the family found helpful, Vivek said, \u201cEk humein achhi cheez banayi hai, ajwain ki potli. Main kya kar raha hoon, isko tave mein achhe se garam karke baby ke back pe aur front side mein achhe se karna hai aur phir jo nose hai uske paas laake baby ko sunghana hai. Toh this is very effective. Maine notice kiya ki baby ro raha tha, usko khaansi aa rahi thi, par jaise usko ye sunghaya, ekdum se uski breathing ease out ho gayi. Toh aapko try kar sakte hain. Ye sirf bachchon ke liye nahi, badon ke liye bhi achha hai.<\/em>\u201d (We made an ajwain pouch. After heating it in a pan, we gently hold it to the baby\u2019s chest and back and let the baby smell it near the baby\u2019s nose. I found it very effective. The baby was crying and coughing, but after smelling it, breathing seemed to become easier. You can try it. It isn\u2019t just for babies; it\u2019s good for adults too.)<\/p>\n

While many families swear by remedies like this, it is important to understand what they can and cannot do, especially when caring for newborns.<\/p>\n

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Ajwain potli for congestion: Does it really help?<\/h3>\n

Dr Palleti Siva Karthik Reddy, MBBS MD general medicine, FAIG, Consultant physician at Elite Care Clinic, tells indianexpress.com, \u201cAjwain has been used in traditional medicine for generations, and its volatile compounds, particularly thymol, may produce a mild sensation of nasal openness when inhaled. However, there is limited scientific evidence to support its effectiveness in relieving nasal congestion, especially in newborns and young infants.\u201d<\/p>\n

Dr Jagadish Hiremath, Public Health Intellectual, adds that infants have \u201cdelicate airways and can be sensitive even to strong natural aromas.\u201d He suggests that parents should also avoid exposing babies to steam infused with ajwain or other substances, \u201cas it carries a risk of burns and respiratory irritation<\/a><\/strong>. Any remedy used around infants should be discussed with a paediatrician, particularly during the first few months of life.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThe pouch should not be kept inside the crib or close to the baby\u2019s face due to the risk of overheating or accidental inhalation,\u201d adds Dr Reddy, noting that if a baby has persistent nasal congestion, saline nasal drops and appropriate medical evaluation remain the safest and most evidence-based approach.<\/p>\n

Protecting babies from viral infections<\/h3>\n

Click on a precaution below to learn how to reduce the risk of infection and when to seek medical help:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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\n\ud83e\uddfc Reduce the risk of transmission<\/summary>\n

Frequent hand washing, wearing a mask if a caregiver is unwell, avoiding kissing the baby, limiting close contact with infected family members, ensuring good ventilation, and continuing breastfeeding whenever possible can help protect newborns from infections.
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  • Difficulty breathing<\/li>\n
  • Poor feeding<\/li>\n
  • Unusual sleepiness<\/li>\n
  • Persistent vomiting<\/li>\n
  • Bluish lips or skin<\/li>\n
  • Reduced urine output<\/li>\n
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  • Unusual irritability or difficulty waking<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    These symptoms require prompt medical assessment and should not be managed with home remedies alone.
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    DISCLAIMER: <\/span>This article is based on information from the public domain and\/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.<\/span><\/i><\/span><\/p>\n

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