Been holding wee Clement (9 weeks old today) all evening (breastfeeding him while sitting here) as he's had a temp of 101.2F (38.4C) - it was a lower grade temp earlier in the day but has gotten this high since about 7:30pm (now nearly 11pm). No idea what's wrong with him - but he's otherwise OK - fairly happy still, though a bit more sleepy than usual - and having lots of drinks from mummy. Bit worried at a temp that high for a 9 week old baby - but not sure what one can do really, apart from phoning NHS24. Have given him Calpol about 2 hours ago, but not bringing the temp down. :S
Does anyone know if that is a temp that is dangerous (I should be worried about) or just make sure he stays happy/cool as possible, and lots of liquid??
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is temp of 38.4C (101.2F) dangerous for a 9 week old baby???
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thebluefoxategreensocks · 13/06/2009 22:58
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