Look for the notice ASTM-F963 on the box, which lets you know that the manufacturer has followed voluntary safety standards. Babies rarely have nosebleeds, but toddlers and school-age children often do. A tendency to nosebleeds often runs in the family. A nosebleed usually comes on suddenly, with blood flowing freely from one nostril. A child who has nosebleeds at night may swallow the blood in his sleep and vomit it up or pass it in the stools.
Most nosebleeds stop by themselves within a few minutes.
If they reoccur, Vaseline applied inside the nose can keep the lining moist and help prevent further reoccurrence. Stay calm, the nosebleed is probably not serious, and should not upset the child. Keep the child sitting or standing, and leaning slightly forward. Don't let her lie down or lean back as this will allow blood to flow down her throat and may make her vomit. Do not try to stuff tissues or other material into the nose to stop the bleeding.