Hey krystie, couple of tips. If ur bf put some euki bear or vicks above where he puts his nose to feed. The steam from a bath is really handy. The croup sound comes from their swollen airway so some neurofen can improve them, because it is anti inflammatory and it makes them feel better. If all else fails go to your local emergency deptment. They will give him steroids and h will get better very quickly. Just take a book and toys for him because it is pretty boring after awhile. Good luck. Oh and keep him more upright if he is struggling, he will breath easier that way. Xx bella