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  Desperate times don’t always call for desperate measures. Yes, you’re facing up to the prospect of being behind closed doors with your kids for an elongated period of time. But no, you don’t have to solely rely on your tablet, phone, laptop or television.  Related: Top 24 Best Gifts for Dads Want to discover what they are? Of course you do, so here goes… 1. The Inventory The Inventory involves asking your kid to count loads of stuff around the house, and I love it for three reasons. First, it has significantly improved my son’s counting ability. Second, you can keep eating up time by adding to the list of things to count. Third, it has helped me prove to my other half that we really do have too many boxes, cushions and Allen keys. 2. Toilet Roll Tower Smash Perfect for bulk buyers, this all-action game features two parts. Part one sees you challenge your child to build a tower, wall or pyramid using all the four-packs of toilet roll you have in the cupboard (note: two-packs ...
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 When Is A Fever Too High For A Child? Almost all parents have had to feel their child's warm, feverish forehead and felt anxious. You might be nervous in a similar way with questions like “Is it serious? How high is too high? Do we need to take them to the doctor?” We’ve answered some of these pressing questions for you below. When it comes to fever, many paediatricians say that speedy medical treatment can often be crucial. On the other hand, in a majority of situations, fevers are not harmful or dangerous, and instead may even be beneficial for your child as they help to ward off infections naturally. A vital factor is knowing when to take action and treat the fever, and when to let nature do its thing. What Counts as a Fever? A typical body temperature for a child can be anywhere between 97 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit, with the average falling around 98.6 degrees F. Thus, someone would have fever if their body temperature reaches or exceeds 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit. If you'r...