Children have a relatively low immune system and are more prone to catching colds. Moreover, they cannot take medication for colds easily. Therefore, mothers like to dress their babies layer after layer when they go out. However, children are naturally lively and active, so a little bit of activity and excessive clothing can be a burden for babies, and there is a possibility of getting hot, especially in the hot summer. What should babies do if they get too hot?
What should I do if my baby gets too hot
1. Short term fever usually occurs within 2-3 days. During the fever period, the baby can play freely, eat and drink normally, communicate as before, have rosy skin, and no other accompanying symptoms. This indicates that the child's condition is not serious, and parents can usually observe the child at home. Use physical methods to reduce heat.
2. Fever: It is generally recommended that children under 3 months old have a temperature of ≥ 38 ℃; Infants aged 3-6 months with a temperature ≥ 38.9 ℃; 6-24 months old, with a body temperature exceeding 38.9 ℃ and lasting for more than 24 hours; Individuals aged 2 or above who have a persistent fever for more than 3 days should seek medical attention promptly.
Even so, it is recommended that younger children, due to their underdeveloped immune system, cannot resist infections on their own. We believe that once they have a fever, regardless of its severity, it is best to seek medical attention at a hospital, especially for children under 3 months old.
Nursing during the fever reduction period
During the process of reducing fever, children often sweat a lot. Parents should promptly dry their sweat, replace dirty clothes and blankets, feed them warm water, and have a light and easily digestible diet such as porridge and rotten noodles. Spicy, greasy, and stimulating foods should be avoided.
Rest in bed frequently, ensure adequate sleep, and avoid going to public places to prevent cross infection.
Like many diseases, colds and fevers also require a recovery process, and it is difficult to cure them immediately with medication. Repetition for 3 to 5 days is common. Parents should not be overly anxious and it is important to follow the advice of their doctors.
Of course, fever management is not simple. Although most cases are self limiting, there is still a considerable possibility of progression. Parents need to closely monitor changes in the course of the disease, strengthen home care, and seek medical attention promptly if necessary.
One of the problems that many mothers encounter when their babies get hot is not to be overly nervous. It is important for mothers to take targeted measures and go to the hospital for professional examinations in a timely manner. Of course, in daily life, attention should also be paid to the baby's living habits and clothing. If the weather is cool in the morning, a thick coat can be worn, but when it is hot at noon, clothes should be appropriately reduced.
