Sometimes baby wheezing is an indicator of asthma. This is more likely if a child’s parents smoke or have a history of asthma themselves, or if the baby’s mother smoked when she was pregnant.

Although a common issue, when a baby starts wheezing it can be very concerning. Common causes include allergies, an infection, or asthma. Less common causes are bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) or ...

Newborns often make unusual noises while breathing. Most of them are no cause for concern. But being aware of your baby’s typical breathing pattern can help you identify any concerns early ...

Dr. Gellner: A new baby brings a whole new set of concerns for parents, one being their baby's breathing. What's normal and what is not is what I'll talk about on today's Scope. I'm Dr. Cindy Gellner.

Is your newborn breathing fast? Newborn babies can exhibit some unusual breathing patterns, most of which are not cause for alarm. Medically reviewed by Bree Lustre, MDMedically reviewed by Bree ...

Newborns often have irregular breathing patterns, so counting their breaths for a full minute is vital to ensure everything is normal (1). Usually, there is little to worry about, ...

Breathing gradually slows as a baby gets older, so parents or caregivers may notice that their 10- or 11-month-old breathes more slowly than they once did. Between the ages of 1–3, breathing ...