I know this is probably a weird question. But I am worried about him. He was running a 103 at 4:45pm (so his day care said as I was on my way to pick him up) I told her to give him some Motrin. By the time I got there the fever had gone away. (It took me an hour because of snow here in Michigan.) Now I have given him a bath and he shivered the whole time. I put warm pj's on him and checked his temp. It is at about a 100.7. He is 2 so it is hard to get him to sit still long enough to get an accurate reading. I gave him some more motrin and he is asleep in the chair. It is now 8:45 here. I think I am being a worried mom and just need some reasurance. My husband is out of town for work.
2006-12-04 12:48:03 · 19 answers · asked by melodi_jean_99 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Toddler & Preschooler
I, too, live in Michigan. I have been a mom for 27 years (4 kids) and a licensed home daycare provider for 20 years. Fever is the body's natural defense in fighting the viruses and bacteria that make us sick. Sleep is also our body's natural way to fight an illness. He shivered in his bath because that is the body's way of trying to keep warm. Warm pajamas and lightweight covering is all he needs. Let him sleep, but watch him for signs of an illness that may require a doctor's visit. If he is crying and can't be soothed, complains of a pain somewhere (such as his ears, throat, or stomach), or becomes lethargic along with a fever, especially one that will not be lowered with Motrin or acetaminophen then call your doctor. Don't be worried if he doesn't eat, but encourage him to drink clear liquids to keep hydrated. One of my daycare parents is a nurse practitioner in a pediatrician's office. There are many viral illnesses going around, many with a fever. Let your son sleep, it is good for him, just watch him for other signs of illness and don't put too many covers on him. There is lots of well-meaning advice against it, but if it were me in your situation, I would put my son in bed with me so I can be close to him and watch for any change in his condition.
2006-12-04 13:19:22 · answer #1 · answered by sevenofus 7 · 6⤊ 0⤋
A low grade fever is the body's way of fighting an infection. You should alternate between Childrens Motrin and Childrens Tylenol. Let him sleep as much as he wants to. It's also good for the body. It lets it rest so that it can fight the infection. I would keep him close by during the night. When my son was 2 he came down with RSV and all of a sudden was running a temp of 105. He had been fine the night before but that next morning he was burning up. Don't pile on the clothes and make sure his pajamas aren't too warm. It holds in the body heat and will actually increase the temp. I would definately phone his ped. in the morning and tell them whats going on. The stomach flu is going around here, I don't know about up there tho. This strain is causing a high fever. Make sure that you keep him hydrated with clear liquids. I wouldn't suggest any milk products though. The fever will cause them to curdle on his stomach, causing vomiting. You are doing a good job mom!!! I hope that he's feeling better soon.
2006-12-04 14:06:42 · answer #2 · answered by Crystal 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Okay I wasn't going to post an answer to this but after reading a couple answers I had to. As long as he will drink fluids for you (pedialyte, gatorade, juice) and he's not lethargic, acting normal other than being cranky of course and his fever is below 104. Then just keep giving him Tylenol or Motrin and let him sleep. He needs to sleep the fever off. Pediatricians tell you if they fit all that above there is no reason to bring them to the Emergency Room. I have a preemie that just turned 2 two months ago and I know all about fevers and the whole bunch. Call his pediatrician in the morning and let them know and they will more than likely tell you if his fever persists the rest of the day tomorrow or into the next then to bring him into the pediatrician's office. If you take him to the ER tonight, they're just going to tell you, give him lots of fluids.
2006-12-04 17:40:44 · answer #3 · answered by InternetJunkie83 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
As long as you keep an eye on him, it's a great idea to let him sleep. First of all, you may not even think about it, but sometimes medicine will make kids sleepy...even Motrin. On top of that, the body is running at a high right with the fever fighting off the infection (or anything else it may be), even though he may not be doing anything. Just keep an eye on his fever (maybe you should check it while he's sleeping) and make sure he's doing alright. Keep him as comfortable as possible. Plenty of rest will keep his body at work and his immune system up-to-beat. That's the best way to get rid of a fever. Another benefit? He won't be active to heat up his body. Granted, fevers typically get higher at night, so beware. My daughter had chronic ear infections and I know how it feels to freak out in the middle of the night when she has a 104 temperature. Just make sure they stay comfortable and try to help keep the temperature down.
One last thing, incase you haven't heard. Dress him so he's at a comfortable temperature. It's not good to keep her bundled too much b/c he'll stay too warm, but it's also not a good idea to make him cold...when the body shivers, it's trying to warm itself up. When people get fevers, they naturally feel like they are cold and want to cover up, but they should only use a light sheet...enough to keep the shivering away.
I hope he gets better soon, poor thing!!!!
2006-12-04 13:24:04 · answer #4 · answered by Hootie562 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You are doing the right thing. Let him sleep but keep an eye on that fever. If it pops back up over 102 I would call the hospital and ask them what they suggest but I have been there with my two kids and they always do the same thing. Ask you if you have given them a cool bath and given tylenol. When ever I took my kids for a fever to the hospital I always found that by the time I got there in the colder weather especially.. their fever was better due to the cold. If you are extra nervous than take your wee one in.
But under 102 I would keep an eye on him- maybe sleep in his bed with him if it makes you feel better ( you might get sick too though) Definitely I would go to the hospital if the fever goes over 102 because it can spike very quickly. Keep up the childrens Motrin,
2006-12-04 13:02:12 · answer #5 · answered by smilingmick 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Sleep, sleep sleep that is the best thing for him when he is sick. He has a low grade fever and you gave him medicine for it, just put him to bed and he will let you know in the middle of the night if he is not feeling well.
He will be fine.
2006-12-04 12:52:17 · answer #6 · answered by schell_75 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
its deffinitly ok to do so. my sons doc told me that sleep will do more for him than tylenol. just keep an eye on the fever make sure it doesnt get too high.keep him kinda cool not cold and he should be fine.
2006-12-04 15:54:20 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Keep on dosing him with tylenol (every 4 hours)and motrin (every 6) and try to get him to drink some water. He shouldn't be wearing those warm PJs. His blood will circulate to his skin to cool and it won't be able to because he has those PJs on.
Oh, and as an edit...don't wake him up unless it is to give him more tylenol or motrin. He needs sleep to heal.
For the future I would suggest getting a braun ear thermometer. You can check temp without even waking up your child.
2006-12-04 12:54:16 · answer #8 · answered by dancing_in_the_hail 4 · 4⤊ 0⤋
let him sleep and keep him hydrated. at 2 he's probably getting molars or something. keep an eye on him, and if he's still got a high temp in the morning call his dr.
good luck.
2006-12-04 12:53:24 · answer #9 · answered by alfjr24 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sleeping is the best thing he can do...that and drink plenty of liquids with some motrin.
Sleep and drink water/juice.
2006-12-04 12:50:21 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋