How to reduce baby fever at night

How to lower (break) a child’s fever

When a child’s fever is not emergent, the first goal should be to reduce the fever. Medicine, like acetaminophen or ibuprofen, is usually the fastest and most effective way to lower a kid’s fever.

Infants and babies younger than 2 months old should not be given medicine for fever without a pediatrician’s visit.

How to reduce a child’s fever naturally 

While medicine can be the most effective way to lower a fever, there are other methods that can be used alongside medication to help a child’s body fight their fever and keep them comfortable.  

Food and drinks

Kids with fevers can lose fluids faster than usual and easily become dehydrated.

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Offer them plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration and avoid liquids with caffeine and high sugars, as these can worsen dehydration by causing urination and/or diarrhea. Appropriate drinks/foods include water, electrolyte beverages, soup, ice pops, and gelatin.

Read our hydration guide for more info. 

Rest

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