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May 13, 2020
Why is Washing Your Hands So Important?
Coronavirus, or COVID-19, has continued to take its toll on Australia. While our government and communities are work...
May 13, 2020
The Ultimate Guide to Using Hand Sanitiser: This is Everything to Know
Across Australia, hand sanitiser has been selling out in shops for several weeks due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Vari...
May 5, 2020
5 ways to maintain your physical health during the COVID-19 pandemic
Living and working from home due to the COVID-19 pandemic requires a physical shift to all aspects of daily life. Whe...
Dec 19, 2018
Fevermates & Traditional Thermometers: Which is Best for Monitoring Fevers?
Baby temperature. When your kids are sick, taking their temperature can be challenging. Trying to get sick children to sit still for two or three whole minutes seems impossible. When they're sick, all they want to do is sleep, and you don't want to wake them up.
With normal thermometers, you don't have much choice. However, Fevermates is different, and we're going to compare the two so you can pick the one that is best for your child.
Jun 29, 2018
A History of Paracetamol and Its Various Uses
Paracetamol is the brand name for a medication that is commonly called acetaminophen, Tylenol and Panadol. It has several well-known uses including a fever reducer and a mild pain reliever.
When should you dose your kids with paracetamol, and how often? What happens if you overdose?
This medication has been in use for decades but who can and can't take paracetamol and what are safe levels of paracetamol? Read on to find out more.
Jun 4, 2018
Fever: When Do You Take Your Child to Hospital?
When your child has a fever, you have a judgement call to make. The time will come when you have to take them to the doctor or even the Emergency Room. So when is that point?
It varies, according to the age of your child, but the last thing you need when you're worried is vague advice. That can actually make things worse. So, keep the following simple rules in mind and you won't go far wrong, although this is isn't medical advice and you should still consult your physician if there's any doubt.
May 25, 2018
FeverMates' Tips For Staying Flu Free This Winter
There are many great things about Winter, like drinking excessive amounts of hot chocolate, skiing and using the excuse of the cold weather to stay in and curl up to watch a movie.
However, there are also a few downers of this chilly season and that's the tickly coughs, runny nose and sneezes around every turn. Oh and if your child is sick, expect a whole lot of complaining. Read on and let the FeverMates give you their top tips on staying healthy during this flu-season.
Jan 11, 2018
9 tips for better day care safety and health
Are you getting ready to place your kids into child care? While you try to keep them safe and healthy at home, day care is another story. The last thing you want is to have a sick child with a bad cold or flu this winter. Because of this risk, many parents feel a bit scared about day care safety.
While you can’t stay at the child care centre all day, you can take a few extra steps once your little one is home. Take a look at the below 9 tips to help keep your child healthy and happy in child care.