When You Spot Something Wrong
A first-time parent or not, most parents with a new baby or even one that is under a year old, are always on the lookout for anything that just is not right. They are not crying as much. They did not "go" today. They are fussy and perhaps even have a fever. These are all indications that something could be wrong.
The most important thing to remember is that all children get sick from time to time and for most of them and getting sick is not going to hurt them in the long term. Still, a good parent wants to ensure their child is just fine.
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When To Call The Doctor
It may be tempting to pick up the phone and call your child's doctor anytime that something pops up that does not seem to be right. If you feel that this would make you feel better, there is no reason not to do so. When should you call? Here are some instances when to call for help.
- Call 911 if the child is not breathing, is choking, is unresponsive, or has fallen and is hurt.
- If a child's fever spikes past 100 degrees F, call your pediatrician after giving the child a dose of acetaminophen.
- Call your doctor if your child has not had a bowel movement in two days.
- If the child is vomiting continuously or has vomited more than three times in the course of a few hours, call your pediatrician.
- If the child's skin breaks out suddenly and appears to be struggling to breathe, call the doctor
In any situation where there could be an immediate problem, it is best to call 911 prior to calling your pediatrician. If the situation is not an immediate situation, call your pediatrician to ask for guidance first.
Tackling other health problems at home is also an option for
you. For example, most parents can count on their child needing to take pain medications for fevers they spike. You may also see rashes on your child's skin. After washing them off, using a diaper rash may help. Colds, the flu, even chickenpox can happen to a young child. When it comes to treating these conditions, use your best judgment. If you do need help, you can always turn to your pediatrician with questions. Many even have hotlines set up to help answer those questions for you.
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