Seeking Justice

For many, a baby’s first fever is a time to panic. That’s because many of us have been brought up to see fever as a sign of sickness when really it’s a sign that you are well!

Huh?

Yes, it’s true. A fever is a sign that your body is working the way it was designed. Your body has the innate wisdom to raise its temperature in response to a foreign body – a virus or bacteria – that needs to be destroyed.

Usually the pediatrician will suggest a children’s fever reducer. However, we believe that allowing your child’s body to fight viruses and other infections naturally strengthens his or her immune system, making it more resistant in the future.

If you artificially reduce the fever with medication, you circumvent the body’s natural instinct and may even prolong the sickness!

Additionally, your child’s immune system may miss the opportunity to become resistant to the virus or bacteria that caused the infection in the first place!

So, when your child gets a fever, remember that fever is the body’s innate immune response. It’s the original natural healing mechanism! Don’t panic! Just remember it means your child’s immune system is working. Understand too that giving your child acetaminophen or ibuprofen really defeats the intended purpose of the fever.

Relax, knowing that a fever is dangerous only in rare instances. When excessive or long in duration, it may indicate a more serious problem. If in doubt, or if your child is under 12 months of age, consult a medical practitioner.

Regular chiropractic care can help to keep your child’s immune system functioning properly. In fact, parents often report that when their children receive routine chiropractic care, they tend to be sick less often and for a far shorter period than their peers.

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