Fevers are very common in babies and more so during their first 6 months. Your baby’s raised temperature is their body’s natural way of fighting off an infection. Babies can be naturally warmer than adults but if their temperature is over 38°C or 100.4°F it is officially a fever.
The first thing you need to do to help baby is to check your baby’s temperature. You can use an ear thermometer as these are a reliable, baby-friendly way to take temperature. If they do have a fever, there are various ways you can help bring their temperature down.
* Take off a layer of their clothing.
* Offer your baby cooled, boiled water to stop them becoming dehydrated.
* Keep their room at a comfortable temperature