How warm should I keep the temperature in my house?

A low to mid-70's temperature is warm enough as long as the baby is dressed appropriately.

How warm should I dress my baby?

One rule of thumb is to dress your baby like you are dressed for that kind of day and a similar amount of activity (usually sleeping or quiet). The best way to tell if your baby is dressed warm enough is to look and touch his skin.

• If your baby's hands are cold, blue or blotchy, add socks, hat, sweater or another blanket.

• If your baby seems restless or fussy and his skin is flushed or reddened, remove a piece of clothing or blanket.

• When your baby is sleeping, add one blanket.

If these things do not make a difference and your baby continues to be uncomfortable, take your baby's temperature; your baby could be sick.

 

Home Temperature	Illness	Vomiting & Bathroom
Sleeping	Bathing	Stuffy Nose & Hiccups
Growth & Development	Feeding	Crying
Breathing	Going Out & Visitors	Interacting
Immunizations