New parents may cringe at the thought of taking a child's temperature through the rectum. However, the Nemours Foundation advises, this is the most convenient way to receive a quick and accurate reading for children younger than 3 months.Here are some suggestions:
Lubricate the tip of the thermometer.
Place the child facedown across your lap while supporting his head, or lay the child down on a firm surface.
Place one hand on your child's lower back.
Use the other hand to insert the thermometer through the anal opening, about an inch into it. If you feel resistance, stop.
Steady the thermometer between your second and third fingers as you cup your hand against the baby's bottom.
Soothe your child by speaking calmly.
from Forbes
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