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Babies grunt, toddlers pant, and sometimes your kid sounds like a tiny Darth Vader while sleeping—but when should you worry? In this episode, we decode the mystery of normal vs. abnormal breathing patterns in children, from the quirks of infancy to the signals that something more serious might be going on.

You’ll learn how to spot red flags, when rapid breathing is just post-play excitement, and when it’s time to reach out for medical advice. Breathing might seem automatic, but paying close attention could make all the difference.

In This Episode:

• What’s considered “normal” breathing at different ages
• Noisy sleepers, chest movements, and color changes: what to watch for
• The signs that mean you should call the pediatrician
• How breathing patterns change with fever, illness, or activity
• Tips for monitoring your child’s breathing at home

Perfect for: Parents who want peace of mind, caregivers of infants and toddlers, and anyone who's ever stared at their sleeping child thinking, “Is that normal?”

Visit the blog post: https://www.omegapediatrics.com/normal-and-abnormal-breathing-patterns/

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