Bathing can really cool down, but pay attention to the water temperature.
If the baby has a low fever, controlling the indoor temperature can help the baby cool down by taking a warm bath. Take a bath with hot water slightly higher than the baby's body temperature, and wipe the baby more. You can rub it for a while in the rich acupoints to help dissipate heat.
Note: Don't let the baby catch a cold again. Wrap the baby in a bath towel immediately after washing.
How many degrees does the baby have a fever and take a bath to cool down?
The water temperature is 32-34℃, and hot water slightly higher than the baby's body temperature is more suitable. Close the doors and windows and keep the room temperature suitable. It is suggested to drink plenty of water, which is beneficial to reduce body temperature, effectively resist virus invasion and enhance metabolic function in the body.
Precautions for baby to take a bath and cool down with fever.
Taking a warm bath when you have a fever is a good physical cooling method.
When the baby has a fever, if the temperature has not exceeded 38.5℃, or the temperature rises between antipyretics, you can consider taking a warm bath for the baby. Mom can close the bathroom without opening the window and adjust the bathroom to a suitable temperature by air conditioning or warm air. The water temperature of the warm bath should be controlled between 37℃ and 40℃, that is, try to feel the water temperature slightly cold by hand. Control the time at 10- 15 minutes, and observe the water temperature at any time. If the water is cold, put some hot water in time. After washing, dry the baby, get dressed, or wrap a bath towel before going out of the bathroom.
Other effective physical cooling methods for infants with fever.
1, antipyretic paste:
The main ingredients of antipyretic paste: polymer gel, purified water, glycerin, mint, etc. When the baby has a fever, you can apply the rubber surface to the baby's forehead or temple, or the cervical vertebra Dazhui point. The antipyretic patch lowers the body temperature through the physical changes of water vaporization and heat absorption.
2. Wear less clothes and drink more water:
Baby should wear less clothes and cover less quilts when he has a fever, so that the baby can naturally dissipate heat. Drink more warm water to speed up the baby's perspiration and urination, which is more conducive to cooling down.
3. Warm and wet compress:
Warm and humid compress is a very common method, which has existed since ancient times. Apply a warm wet semi-dry towel to the baby's forehead or neck and armpit to help him cool down. You can change the towel every 5-7 minutes, and the baby will feel more comfortable.
4. Ice:
The ice pack can be applied to the baby's forehead and neck with an ice pack or an ice towel; Letting the baby sleep on the ice pillow is also a good way to promote the baby to dissipate heat and reduce fever.
Note: when applying an ice pack to your baby, you need to cover it with a layer of cloth to prevent your baby's skin from frostbite. In addition, the method of ice compress is more suitable for slightly older babies, and for babies within 6 months, antipyretic stickers and warm and wet compress can be used.