I'm wondering, is an underarm temperature of 98.6 degrees considered a fever? Whats the normal range for armpit temperature, and when should I start worrying that it might be a fever?

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Dr Ranjith Darla

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To increase breast milk quickly:

Drink 1-2 glasses of water immediately Consume lactogenic foods like: Oatmeal cookies or oats with milk Fenugreek tea or capsules Galactagogue-rich foods like almonds, cashews, or pistachios

Also, try:

Skin-to-skin contact with your baby Frequent breastfeeding or pumping Relaxation techniques like deep breathing or meditation

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