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Thermometer basics: Taking your child's temperature

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By Mayo Clinic Staff

If your child feels warm or doesn't feel well, it's probably time to take your child's temperature. Sounds simple enough, but if you're new to it, you might have questions. Which type of thermometer is best? Are thermometer guidelines different for babies and older children? Here's what you need to know to take your child's temperature.