she is 23 mos old. She went to hosp last night for fever. fever broke and was sent home (diagnosis: a virus that is "going around") the fever is now being controlled by motrin/tylonal does alternating. She does not sleep more than 1/2 hr at a time. and then she refuses to go back to sleep. She normally loves bedtime. She wants nothing to drink. She's had several baths. Help!--Sleep depraved mom and dad needs help!! She also screams for no reason and loud and hard. She has also started quivering...her leg...her arm.
2006-09-09 15:24:37 · 10 answers · asked by johnsmom326 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
ok what about teas?? Safe herbal teas? She drinking and eating again and fever is back down....now she misses her binky about 30 times a night. She's ususally fine if she loses it but now that she's sick she's gotta have it. Although she threw one in the trash last night and said good bye too it. We are down to one.
2006-09-10 20:43:52 · update #1
Poor little pumpkin. I hear you on the no sleep part, been there and done that...no fun! Does she possible have an ear infection in addition to her virus? Sounds like she really needs mom and dad's comfort right now. She may also have a very sore throat, especially if she isn't drinking. Have you tried some "white noise" in her room...Such as a fan, radio? Other than baths, white noise and what you are already doing...I cannot think of anything else. If this continues, I would call her Doctor again.
2006-09-09 15:31:05 · answer #1 · answered by **KELLEY** 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sounds more than just a virus going around. I am a Mom of two and in the past week and a half we have been dealing with E.R. and doctors for my two kids.
My daughter is 21 months old and just getting over Upper Resp. Infection and lots of sores in her mouth from high fever.
I can sympathize about loss of sleep. But the way you say she is acting, doesn't really sound like she is her normal self, almost like she is in pain. I would call your doctor or maybe take her to an urgent care clinic in your area. I mean, it could be more than just a virus. Kids have a way of letting you know something isn't right, trust me. As a Mom I have sensed things in my son and daughter, when they are sick and something that my husband thinks is nothing, turns to be something serious. My hubby says it must be a mothers's instinct.
You are the parents, it just doesn't sound like your baby is doing good. We made a bed on the floor by our bed so my daughter could be in the same room, but we could stay in our own bed. It did help a little, although she mostly ended up in our bed. You need to keep her hydrated though. Drinking is important. Have you tried popsicles, or drinking from a straw.
If you are unsure, get medical help. It is always better to be safe than sorry. I do hope you and your hubby get sleep and that your little princess is feeling better. I'll be praying for her and her Mommy and Daddy! Good Luck
2006-09-09 16:00:48 · answer #2 · answered by Trina S 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like she is dehydrated . Try finding some sort of jello or popsicles that have extra electrolytes in them . And are you giving her the Tylenol / Motrin on a schedule ? My children usually need there fever reducer a little earlier than the schedule calls for . And maybe a low dose of benadyl will help her sleep . Just some ideas . Usually works for my kids .
2006-09-10 08:21:40 · answer #3 · answered by Butterfly 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The quivering in her arm & leg concern me a bit. I'd call the doctor & ask about that. If she's screaming like that for no reason - trust me, there is a reason. You might consider taking her back to the hospital. DO NOT let them give you the garbage about overreacting, this is YOUR child & you know her best. Good luck.
2006-09-09 15:33:03 · answer #4 · answered by Colleen 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Dress her in something warm and play soft music, and be calm about thing try rocking her to sleep as well
2006-09-09 16:15:58 · answer #5 · answered by Beth 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
watch the supernanny marathon on ABC family from now until 6pm tonight
2006-09-10 04:50:00 · answer #6 · answered by motherhen2010 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
She feels much pain..please see a doctor
2006-09-09 21:15:59 · answer #7 · answered by s_i_l_e_n_t_d_u_d_e 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like you have her on the non drowsy pain medicine...I think you should switch.
2006-09-09 17:23:12 · answer #8 · answered by Honey Dip 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go for a drive.
2006-09-09 15:29:48 · answer #9 · answered by da_hammerhead 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Poor baby.... she doesn't feel good.... I hope she gets better soon.
2006-09-09 15:29:23 · answer #10 · answered by Mary G 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋