Re: your ped's view on fevers

We don't really gives medication often. I usually won't give DS anything if he is under 101.5.
Our ped said pretty much unless its over 101 they don't really consider it a fever and if he doesn't seem uncomfortable, it is better to let it run it's course.
But I do feel like it can be specific to each child. if DS got fevers that spiked high and had febrile seizures, I'm sure I'd be a little different.

Re: your ped's view on fevers

I would have done exactly what you did. My pediatrician follows the same guidelines.

Re: your ped's view on fevers

I give meds for anything over 100..

This is the way I look at it..I feel like CRAP with a fever. Even if i'm sleeping, I can feel the effects of the fever in my sleep.

Giving meds to take the edge off a fever can make a difference in the way a child feels. There is no reason in my opinion to not give Tylenol or ibuprofen, they are safe medications if used wisely and can take the edge off body aches/earaches etc that you may not realize the child has while sleeping. I agree with your mother, but to each their own. I know the fever itself isn't overly harmful at 102 but I would give meds to ensure they are as comfortable as possible.

Re: your ped's view on fevers