Children's lungs

If you’re a parent it can be tricky to know what to do when your baby or child starts coughing and their nose starts running. This information is for you!

There are lots of infections and conditions that can affect your child’s breathing and their lungs. Here you can read about your child's lungs, the different lung conditions which affect children, and read the stories of people like you.

We’ve set up a Parent and Carer Support Network to provide a space for parents and carers of children with all lung conditions to talk to other people who understand.

Risks to your child’s lungs

Most lung conditions are caused by genes and things that affect the lungs as they grow.

Signs of breathing problems in children

If your child is having difficulty breathing, it can be very worrying. This information tells you what signs and symptoms to look out for, what they mean, what you can do about them, and when you should ask for help.

When your child is diagnosed with a lung condition

If your child has been diagnosed with a lung condition, you’ve probably got lots of questions. Here you’ll find information and resources to help you manage your child’s condition and ways you can support them after they’ve been diagnosed.

Children's lung conditions

There are lots of infections and conditions that can affect your child’s breathing and their lungs. Some children’s lung conditions are similar to adult conditions, but many are very different.