Checking a newborn’s temperature is a crucial step in ensuring their health and well-being. A newborn’s temperature can fluctuate more easily than an adult’s, so it’s important to monitor it regularly to ensure it stays within a healthy range. There are two main methods for checking a newborn’s temperature: using a rectal thermometer or an axillary (armpit) thermometer.
Both methods have their own advantages and disadvantages. Rectal thermometers are generally considered to be more accurate, but they can be uncomfortable for newborns. Axillary thermometers are less accurate, but they are more comfortable and easier to use.
