 [ Symptoms ] how can i manage nasal congestion during pregnancy [ Disease ] you may have a stuffy nose or feel like you have a cold pregnancy hormones sometimes dry out the lining in your nose making it inflamed and swollen recommendations apply a warm wet washcloth to your cheeks eyes and nose to reduce congestion do not use nose sprays they can aggravate your symptoms drink plenty of fluids at least six to eight glasses of fluids a day to thin mucus elevate your head with an extra pillow while sleeping to prevent mucus from blocking your throat use a humidifier or vaporizer to add moisture to the air