ExpertDr.Rasika ThosarPaediatric Intensivist4 years agoA. fever in. newborn needs immediate evaluation axillary temperature more than 99, oral more than 100, rectal more than 100.4 degree Fahrenheit is fever.
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just feed well.
wear comfortable clothing.
do sponging with water at normal temperature, not too cold. it helps in taking temperature down.
do not give medications without prescriptions.
consult your doctor in case of persistent fever, poor oral intake, excessively sleepy child.
Sarika guptaMom of 2 children4 years agoA. hello there ma'am please do not worry about it too much and most of the babies cry and get non active due to fever. please check bby fever with thermometer and if it is above 99.5 then evaluate once your baby with your doctor.
take care
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