For babies with food stagnation and fever, it is necessary to first reduce the fever. During fever reduction, physical cooling methods can be selected, such as using alcohol to wipe the body or applying ice packs. It should be noted that when applying ice packs, a towel should be used to wrap it to prevent skin damage. In terms of diet, provide babies with foods that are easy to digest.
1. When a child has food stagnation and fever, it is recommended to eat liquid foods as much as possible. Parents should not let children eat too much, and it is best to prepare liquid foods such as soup, porridge, and milk. Vegetables and fruits can also be eaten to help with bowel movements.
2. Replenish fluids. During high fever, breathing increases, and sweating causes the body to lose a lot of water. Therefore, parents should provide children with plenty of water during fever to increase urine output and promote the excretion of toxins from the body.
3. Use warm water to wipe or take a warm bath. Use a warm and damp towel to wipe the child's head, underarms, limbs, or take a warm bath. Wash the skin more often to promote heat dissipation.
4. Soaking feet can promote blood circulation and relieve discomfort. Another benefit of soaking feet for babies with fever is that it can help reduce fever. Use a foot basin or small bucket, pour in 2/3 of the water, and make sure the water temperature is slightly higher than usual, around 40 degrees Celsius, based on the baby's comfort level. While soaking, the mother can gently rub the baby's feet to dilate blood vessels and reduce the discomfort caused by fever.
