Because a baby’s body is less able to control temperature than an adult’s, cooling down during a fever can be more challenging. Because kids are more metabolically active, which creates heat, their bodies are inherently warmer than an adult’s.
The fever isn’t always the devil; it’s the underlying process,” says the author. Of course, age and medical history play a role, but she maintains that “unless your child is a baby or has underlying medical issues, it is OK for them to sleep with a fever.”
Causes Of Fever In Babies
- Ear infections
- Viral infections
- Pneumonia
Home Remedies For Fever In Babies.
1. Cold Compress.
• Fill a dish halfway with cool tap water.
• Soak a clean washcloth in water for a few minutes.
• Wring out any extra water and place the damp cloth on the baby’s brow.
• Once the cloth has warmed up, remove it and repeat the process.
• Continue doing so until the fever has subsided.
2. Massage of the feet.
• Massage the bottoms of your baby’s feet with warm olive oil.
• Using your thumbs, gently press down on the soles.
• Finally, give the entire foot a nice massage.
• Do this for a few minutes and then repeat as needed.
3. Exclusive breastfeeding.
• If your kid is still young, try to breastfeed him or her frequently.
• If your infant is refusing to nurse because he or she is sick, try alternate nursing positions.
• To make your baby more comfortable during feeding sessions, keep the baby upright during breastfeeding.
4. Apple Cider Vinegar.
• In a large basin of lukewarm water, pour 14 cup raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar.
• Soak a washcloth in it for a few minutes, then drain away the extra liquid.
• Give your infant a sponge wash with this damp cloth.
• Do this 2 or 3 times a day until the fever goes away.
5. Leaves of basil.
• Reduce the solution to half by boiling a handful of basil leaves in 2 cups of water.
• Mix in a little sugar and feed it to your child several times a day.