Fever is Your Friend! 🌡️
A fever is usually a natural sign the immune system is actively fighting an infection (usually viral).Rule of thumb: Focus on your child's behavior and comfort, not just the exact thermometer number.
Do's for Fever Comfort 🧸
Hydrate: Offer frequent sips of water, milk, or clear soups to prevent dehydration.
Keep it cool: Dress them in light, breathable clothing and use a light blanket.
Tepid sponging: Use a lukewarm/tap water, damp cloth on the forehead or give a quick sponge bath in high-heat areas.
Fever 'Don'ts' 🚫
NO Aspirin: Never give aspirin to children as it can lead to severe health complications.
No cold baths: Avoid cold water or ice, which can cause shivering and actually raise the core body temperature.
Don't over-bundle: Over-dressing traps body heat.
When to Call the Doctor 🚨
If an infant under 3 months old has a temperature over 100.4°F.
Difficulty breathing or wheezing.
Fever lasting more than 48–72 hours.
Refusal to drink fluids, lethargy, or a non-fading rash.
A fever is usually a natural sign the immune system is actively fighting an infection (usually viral).Rule of thumb: Focus on your child's behavior and comfort, not just the exact thermometer number.
Do's for Fever Comfort 🧸
Hydrate: Offer frequent sips of water, milk, or clear soups to prevent dehydration.
Keep it cool: Dress them in light, breathable clothing and use a light blanket.
Tepid sponging: Use a lukewarm/tap water, damp cloth on the forehead or give a quick sponge bath in high-heat areas.
Fever 'Don'ts' 🚫
NO Aspirin: Never give aspirin to children as it can lead to severe health complications.
No cold baths: Avoid cold water or ice, which can cause shivering and actually raise the core body temperature.
Don't over-bundle: Over-dressing traps body heat.
When to Call the Doctor 🚨
If an infant under 3 months old has a temperature over 100.4°F.
Difficulty breathing or wheezing.
Fever lasting more than 48–72 hours.
Refusal to drink fluids, lethargy, or a non-fading rash.
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