Taking Temperature
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Fever and Four Year Old Boy
Asked by S.C. from Tampa
on October 15, 2008
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my usually super active four year old woke up last night crying and sweaty HOT..the thermometer only read 99+ but his whole body was steaming and he's complaining of a...
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- Hi, {{hugs}} to you, I know this is a scary time for you, as it is for all mommies with sick kids, but I would say as long as his fever is not going over 100 (or even...
- S., Sorry your little one isn't feeling well. I would call the Doctor this morning and ask if they have seen kids coming in with any of your son's symptoms and advise...
- We just feel terrible when our children are sick. Ask if your son's throat hurts and look at his throat. My 4 yr old daughter did not complain of a sore throat. She ...
Breastfed Infant Is Suffering from Constipation
Asked by D.G. from San Diego
on July 8, 2008
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I was wondering how any of you have dealt with an infant suffering from constipation. I have a two month old who was going No. 2 normally up until a few days ago. Th...
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- Hi Both my exclusively breast-fed babies did the same thing. In fact, my sister was visiting, and she was the one that noticed my son hadnt pooped for 3 days!!!!! D...
- As a doctor, I can tell you that your doctor should have told you that BF babies will have anywhere from one BM per 10 days to 10 per day. As long as it is soft, musta...
- Have you tried giving your baby some water in between feeds? I know that it sucks to think that you may have to stick the thermometer up there but it does work, well m...
3 Week Old Breast Fed Baby Not Pooping
Asked by S.X. from Chicago
on May 23, 2008
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My 3 week old didn't poop for 24 hrs, but did pee. I called the Doc. They really didn't say much... i tried the gas meds, the rubbing belly, moving legs, purping on be...
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- I've had the same issue with my breastfed infant and what has helped the most is adding good bacteria to my morning dose of prenatal vitamin. I also massage her back a...
- As long as she's still peeing, she should be ok. It's weird isn't it? Breastfed babies usually aren't constipated, but around 1 month they stop pooping every day. M...
- When my baby was taking breastmilk, he could go 5-7 days without a poop then it would be an explosion in the diaper. My prediatrician and many other sources I consult...
Temp 103 Please Respond Quickly.
Asked by K.R. from Sherman
on December 19, 2011
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Hi moms.
my little one (2years next Feb.) is never sick. but we have been passing around a head cold and she has not been feeling well today.
she just fell asleep i...
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- once I took a sick child to the pediatrician.. he looked at teh child sitting up on the table and talking.. and the dr said.. well she doesnt look that sick.. hmmm.. I...
- i would wait to see if the fever reducer works n if it helps keep it down n if it spikes back up id take her to the hospital
- I definitely would not just stick her in a cold bath because you don't want to bring down her temp too quickly. You can wipe down her head, face w/a cool washcloth. ...
Need Help with Daughter (5 Yrs) Who Lies Periodically
Asked by J.S. from Raleigh
on February 29, 2008
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Anyone have any suggestions with lying? I'm hoping this is just a phase. We will see something she's done (sometimes even witness it), and she tells a bold face lie ...
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- Children your daughter's ageare learning and practicing how to separate fantasy from reality. They are egocentric and truly believe it is their thoughts and wishes tha...
- My son did this at about age 4. I punished a few times (time out or sent to sit on his bed) then I rewarded when he did tell me the truth. I would be sure to tell hi...
- I do agree with an earlier mom that if you know she did something, don't give her the chance to lie. You're setting her up for failure which is bad for her self-estee...
My Son Won't Poop!
Asked by A.H. from Boston
on January 3, 2010
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My son is 5 weeks old and in the past 5 days he has only pooped twice. I am breastfeeding, has had some formula here and there but mostly breastmilk. Before this pas...
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- Hi A., I want to back the moms who have said that it is not uncommon for a breast fed baby not to poop everyday. My son has always been quite a pooper but many of ...
- Like others said, it is not uncommon for breastfed babies to skip some days. To ensure that your babe is getting all of the friendly gut flora that work toward regu...
- Try adding a half ounce of pear juice to his bottle when you give him formula - it will help him poop. Get the OK to do this from your doc first though!
No Poop!!
Asked by T.P. from Chicago
on April 1, 2008
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Hi Moms,
My almost 7 month old who is breastfed and also eats a bit of veggies and fruit twice a day has not had a bowel movement in almost 3 days. I know that it is...
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- I wouldn't worry about it at all unless he seems uncomfortable. I would also skip the apples and try something like prune juice or apple juice if you want to get him ...
- We had many of these issues with both of my kids. Babies do go through an adjustment when they go from solely breastfeeding to taking solids. My first would consiste...
- Have you tried prunes?
Baby Bath Question
Asked by J.D. from New York
on July 29, 2008
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Hello all,
I have been using a WONDERFUL baby bath for the last seven months. It is a product made by 4 moms and it has a thermometer built in, AMAZING! It fits in ...
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- Hi J., Not sure how old your baby is and if she can sit up for herself. It is a long time for me but my grandchildren had something that had suction cups for the botto...
- I use the Primo bath tub for my 1-year old- at first, it seemed so big but once he could sit up well, it was fine. It's big enough for a toddler w/ all his toys.
- We've been using an 'inflatable tub'...not certain of the brand, but it was carried at Babies 'r us....it basically looks like a raft. The advantages are that it's so...
Daycare Sending Home for Fever Often
Asked by S.W. from Kansas City
on March 20, 2011
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Long story short--my daughter was sent home for a fever this past Monday. I kept her home Tuesday as well due to a slight fever. She went back to preschool on Wednes...
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- Take your thermometers and keep them in your purse. When you are called then just take a moment and take her temp before you leave. That way you can show 2 thermomet...
- Hindsight is 20/20...But! Next time you come to pick her up for an elevated temp, ask them to recheck her temp right in front of you. If their thermometer does indicat...
- I like the advice you are getting from others, but what i am wondering about is that she actually did have a fever on Tues, so you can't blame that one on them. Did y...
High Fever
Asked by P.M. from Dallas
on April 19, 2011
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my husband took my son for his 15 month checkup and vacciniations, what the doctor failed to tell him was that he could have fever for a couple of days following the v...
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- First thing I would do is check the accuracy of your thermometer. I only say that because I had one that wasn't working. It would give us temps way higher than what it...
- Thats all you can really do with a fever. I agree to check on your thermometer. Also - check with your pediatrician about that high of a fever in response to a vaccin...
- I would check in with Pedi. I've never heard of a fever that high from an immunization. You don't have to make an appointment. You can ask to speak with a nurse to ...
