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Nosebleeds are common in kids 3 to 10 years old, and most are caused by nose-picking or dry air. They can be scary, but usually aren't serious. Most will stop on their own and can be cared for at home.

What to Do:

First Aid Guide Nosebleeds Go

  • Stay calm and reassure your child.
  • Have your child sit upright in a chair or on your lap, then tilt his or her head slightly forward.
  • Do not have your child lean back. This may cause blood to flow down the back of the throat, which tastes bad and may cause gagging, coughing, or vomiting.
  • Gently pinch the soft part of the nose (just below the bony ridge) with a tissue or clean washcloth.
  • Keep pressure on the nose for about 10 minutes; if you stop too soon, bleeding may start again.