What is the appropriate room temperature for a new born baby?
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What is the appropriate room temperature for a new born baby?
A normal temperature in babies and children is about 36.4C, but this can vary slightly. A high temperature or fever is usually 38C or above. Your baby may have a high temperature if they: feel hotter than usual to touch on their forehead, back or stomach, feel sweaty or clammy, have flushed cheeks. If you think your baby has a high temperature, it’s best to check with a thermometer. This can help you work out whether you need to get medical advice.
Many experts recommend that the temperature in the room where a baby’s sleeps be kept between 68–72°F (20–22.2°C). Although most bedrooms don’t have their own thermostats, an indoor thermometer can help you track the room temperature.