When your baby has a fever!

When your baby has a fever!

Fever in infants can be scary, but don't panic, mama! Read all about baby temperature, and find out how to safely treat your child's first fever.

Fevers are a natural reaction by the body to fight off an infection or illness.

Following are some of the ways to control the rising temperature.

REMOVE THE CLOTHES  Sometimes, babies develop fever in reaction to vaccines or immunization.

For this, ensure that the baby rests and gets a lot of sleep.  Even heavy clothing on a baby can raise temperature. Overdressing your baby can trap heat, making your baby more miserable. Remove the baby’s clothes and wrap the baby in a cool sheet to cover the body.

TEPID WATER SPONGING  Tepid water sponging helps in bringing down the fever in babies. Take lukewarm water and dip a towel in it.  Squeeze the towel to remove excess water. Wipe the body of baby with this towel.  Avoid using cold water as that will be uncomfortable and may cause shivering, which can raise the body temperature.

GIVE SOME FLUIDS  Dehydration can be the reason of fever in babies. Keep your baby hydrated by giving enough fluids.

 Give water to hydrate the body. You can also give other liquids like soup, diluted fresh juices, coconut water or oral rehydration solution (ORS) recommended by your doctor.

GIVE MEDICINES  Apart from the above remedies, you should also use medicines for reducing fever in babies.  Liquid acetaminophen can be given to babies who are more than eight weeks of age.  Avoid using aspirin for babies, as it can be harmful. Avoid using ibuprofen for babies less than six months of age.

TAKE TEMPERATURE  Babies younger than 6 months should have their temperatures taken with a rectal thermometer.  If your baby is less than four months of age measure the temperature from armpit.  Consult a pediatrician in case the temperature is more than ninety-nine degrees Fahrenheit.

Before attempting to treat a fever at home, verify that home treatment is safe. Infants with extremely high or persistent fevers may need emergency medical attention. Book an appointment with a specialized pediatrician on MEDBOX.

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