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Signs
Of Possible Illness
- Acts "sick"
or unusually lethargic, drowsy or irritable.
- Fever,
with temperature of 100.5 degrees or higher in the first
two months (after 2 months of age, fever alone is not
a serious symptom). Provide yourself with a rectal thermometer
and practice reading it. Electronic thermometers are acceptable.
Fever strips are not. Do not guess that the baby has a
fever. Take the temperature and find out for sure. Lubricate
the end with oil or Vaseline and insert into the rectum
for 3 minutes. A reading of between 98.0-100.0 F is normal.
Clean the thermometer by wiping it off with alcohol.
- Refusal
of several feedings in a row or repeated vomiting (not
spitting up).
- Frequent
fluid bowel movements with mucus, blood, or foul odor.
- Labored
or difficult breathing.
Introduction
Home
Care for You, the New Mom
Feeding
Getting
to Know Your Baby
Caring
For Your Baby
Signs
of Possible Illness
A
Safety Checklist
Parent
Education
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