A baby's fever can affect their physical development. This parent should pay special attention to their child's body temperature. If it does not exceed 39 degrees Celsius, try not to give them injections or medication. It is best to choose physical cooling methods. So what is the appropriate temperature for taking a bath when a baby has a fever? Hurry up and learn the following key points.
Firstly, the normal body temperature of a baby is between 36 ° C and 37 ° C. If the detected temperature is between 37 ° C and 38 ° C, it is considered low-grade fever. If the temperature is between 38 ° C and 39 ° C, it is considered moderate fever. If the temperature is above 39 ° C, it is considered high fever. If the temperature exceeds 40 ° C, it is considered extremely high fever and should be seen by a doctor as soon as possible.
Also, try not to take a shower when your baby has a fever. Because the process of bathing can easily cause dehydration in babies, which can worsen their condition and make their bodies more uncomfortable. But parents can choose physical cooling methods to cool their babies, such as wiping their entire body with warm towels.
Secondly, if there is a fever but the baby's mental state is good, you can choose to use water that is about 3-4 degrees Celsius lower than the baby's body temperature to give the baby a warm bath, and the time should be controlled within 5 minutes. Never choose to take a hot bath, as the temperature of the water is too high, which can easily cause the baby's blood vessels to dilate, leading to hypoxia and worsening the condition.
