i was having a bath with my almost 7 month old baby, had the hot water on to warm the bath and she put her hand under, but didnt seem to notice uit wasa hot at all?? i grabbed her hand away and felt the temp myself and it was very hot..then after she kept trying to play with the stream of hot water. this seems starange cause she is more a sensative baby when it comes to getting hurt and stuff.....
anyoine have any thoughts?
i am going to doctor in AM...thnx :)
2006-12-06 15:30:27 · 10 answers · asked by tarah1980 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
thanks for the helpful comments....
to the first few OBVIOUSLY i wouldnt let her burn herself.....gimmie a break..geeze...
2006-12-06 15:46:53 · update #1
If my baby's hand wasn't red, and if it didn't look burned, I would suspect that I moved my baby's hand away from the hot water fast enough so that my baby didn't even notice it was hot. Maybe the water wasn't hot enough to burn in the short amount of time that it was on her skin. If I had any concern that it looked pink or red, I would put some aloe vera gel or calendula gel on it, and cover it with gauze to keep baby from sucking on her hand. I would relax knowing that she would be checked by the doctor in the morning, especially if it wasn't bothering her. In the morning, I would check it again, and watch her disposition to see if it was bothering her at all. If it looked fine, and she wasn't in any pain, I would cancel my doctor's appointment, because at this time of year, I avoid doctor's offices whenever possible. Doctor's offices are laden with germs, and many times there are sneezing children with coughs and runny noses waiting in the same room we would be waiting in. I work hard to keep our family well during the holiday season.
As a mother of 5 children, I've learned how to effectively use home remedies and I've learned how to discern between a serious situation that needs medical attention, and a situation that can be handled, competently at home. It just comes with time.
2006-12-06 16:53:04 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think you are overreacting. A lot of people think babies can't tolerate as much heat as adults can but really they feel it like you do. Assuming you have turned your water heater down to 120 degrees (if you haven't you need to) than the water is below scalding and likely didn't hurt her as much as you think it did. I know you will be more careful next time and I just want to reiterate that you should make sure the temp is set at or below 120 degrees so there is no chance for scalding.
Another thought: If you pulled her hand away quickly than it is likely she didn't have her hand under it long enough to burn. Have you ever had your hand in cool water than quickly passed it through hot? You don't even feel it unless you hold it there a couple of seconds.
2006-12-06 15:46:06 · answer #2 · answered by pebble 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are a few babies that can't tell the difference from hot, cold, or warm. I don't know what it's called but it's usually a sensory problem and I've a bad experience of this as I have babysat a few babies that have had this before. Definately take her to the doctor and always make sure the water is the right temperature before you bathe your baby. Just because she can't tell the difference, doesn't mean it won't hurt her.
2006-12-06 15:39:55 · answer #3 · answered by bigpoppa_0205 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Really warm water raises your blood pressure. Doctors ask that you don't take super hot baths, showers, or use jacuzzis for that reason. I know that instinctively when your body gets tired ans sore, you want a warm bath or shower to relax. the baby may be reacting to the fact that mom's heart is beating harder, or at least the shower makes a similar sound.
2016-05-23 02:43:59 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How is she getting hurt? Is falling causing her to become scared or really hurt? I mean, is it the feeling of what is happening or the even scares her. Just something to think about...
I have a friend whose daughter has a sensory problem. It could be that or just a fluke. Maybe she just really noticed the water for the first time and never had the chance to play with it before. Perhaps, she's feeling more comfy and confident in the bath instead of afraid.
2006-12-06 15:37:27 · answer #5 · answered by Baby #3 due 10/13/09 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You're so lucky she wasn't burned!
You must have been very relieved.
Anyway, I don't mean to freak you out by saying this ... but you might ask about it.
There are a few nerve disorders that can prevent people from sensing heat and cold in their hands and/or feet. You'd probably know if that was the problem, though, because those people usually have other problems as well ... like not responding to touch on those areas, either.
That's something to ask about. But it's likely not that.
2006-12-06 15:40:30 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some people are born unable to feel pain, it's a fairly dangerous situation, but since you say she is sensitive when hurt that doesn't seem likely.
She may just have a high tolerance for heat. I have baths that my boyfriend absolutely can't get into because they are so hot, but it just doesn't bother me. Your child may be the same.
Overall, I think going to the doctor is a good idea though, better to be safe than sorry. Good luck.
2006-12-06 15:40:30 · answer #7 · answered by jjmlls 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A lot of babies don't react fast enough to hot and cold. When I say fast enough, I mean as quickly as adults and older children do. Nothing at all to be concerned about.
2006-12-06 16:39:34 · answer #8 · answered by Mish B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I wouldnt do that again.you should be more careful b/c she could have been really burnt and something bad happened you should feel really lucky
2006-12-06 15:37:02 · answer #9 · answered by kamdens mommy 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
don't let that happen again... If it didn't burn her, consider yourself lucky and be more safe.
2006-12-06 15:32:46 · answer #10 · answered by Kellbell 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋