Is 98.8 a fever for a newborn?
My newborn is just 3 weeks old and I'm a first-time mom. His temperature is showing 98.8, is this considered a fever for such a small baby? I'm quite worried.
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4 months ago
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I completely understand how stressful this is, especially with a newborn when every small thing makes us panic. But 98.8 is actually a normal temperature for them. Take a deep breath, you are doing a great job.
4 months ago
No fever at 98.8. Just make sure the room isn't too hot and the baby is wearing simple cotton clothes. Sometimes over-wrapping them in thick blankets causes the temperature to rise slightly.
4 months ago
No fever at all, beta. The baby is perfectly fine and healthy. Just feed them mother's milk regularly and keep them comfortable. Don't worry.
4 months ago
From my experience with monitoring family health, 98.8 is not considered a fever for a newborn. Since they are so delicate, just watch their feeding habits and comfort levels rather than stressing over the number.
4 months ago
98.8 is totally normal for a newborn, buddy! Don't stress too much. They are absolutely fine, just relax and enjoy these precious moments.
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4 months ago
98.8 is perfectly normal for a newborn, dear. Their little bodies are still learning to regulate temperature. Keep them close, feed them well, and don't worry about fever unless it crosses 100.4 F.
4 months ago
This is a very normal body temperature. The baby's system is naturally warm and adapting beautifully. Stay peaceful and keep the environment calm and soothing.
4 months ago
98.8 is a normal temperature for a newborn. Your baby is safe and healthy.