How to Lower a Child's Fever Naturally
Bathe your child in lukewarm water., Place cool, damp washcloths on your child’s forehead and wrists., Dress your child in light cotton clothes.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Bathe your child in lukewarm water.
The evaporation of the water will cause your child’s temperature to go down.Don't use cold water.
It may seem counterintuitive, but a rush of cold water will cause shivering and will in turn raise their body temperature. -
Step 2: Place cool
These will reduce your child’s core body temperature and will temporarily lower the fever., Heat is lost more easily through the skin when layers of clothing are removed, and cotton is one of the most breathable fabrics;however, if your child starts to shiver, you will want to cover them with a light blanket. -
Step 3: damp washcloths on your child’s forehead and wrists.
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Step 4: Dress your child in light cotton clothes.
Detailed Guide
The evaporation of the water will cause your child’s temperature to go down.Don't use cold water.
It may seem counterintuitive, but a rush of cold water will cause shivering and will in turn raise their body temperature.
These will reduce your child’s core body temperature and will temporarily lower the fever., Heat is lost more easily through the skin when layers of clothing are removed, and cotton is one of the most breathable fabrics;however, if your child starts to shiver, you will want to cover them with a light blanket.
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