Question
What is the normal body temperature for a baby? Is a 45-day-old girl with a body temperature of 37.5 degrees considered to have a high fever, or is it due to wearing too many clothes? If she has a high fever, how should it be handled?
Answer
The normal body temperature for infants is around 36 to 37 degrees. Due to the weaker temperature regulation ability of infants, the body temperature may be slightly higher during hot weather or when dressed too warmly, which is also normal. It is recommended not to dress the baby too warmly and to closely monitor temperature changes. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees, consider giving ibuprofen (such as ibuprofen capsules) to reduce fever. If necessary, please consult a physician for more detailed guidance.