Sick Day Survival Guide: Advice From Your Pediatrician Friends

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My Pediatrician Friend

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When your kid is sick, it can feel like your whole life gets scrapped for the day. Pediatricians and moms Hadley and Saskia from My Pediatrician Friend walked through how to handle fevers, coughs, rashes, tummy bugs, and nonstop daycare germs with a calmer plan instead of panic.

They shared a simple “fever playbook,” what to watch at home, when to call the doctor, and how to lower expectations when everything else in life still needs you. They also talked about the emotional side of sick days and finding small silver linings.

Key takeaways 💡 🤒 Fevers in kids over 2 months are usually the immune system doing its job; the number matters less than how your child looks and acts.

🧮 Check Tylenol and Motrin doses by weight and use them mainly for comfort so kids can drink, pee, and sleep.