Fever Facts & Rooted Confidence

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Sep 2

Written By Jessica Hassell

Why You Don’t Need to Fear a Fever

There’s something about the word fever that instantly raises a mama’s heart rate. We’ve been taught to panic, to grab the Tylenol, and to do anything to bring that number down. But let’s pause.

Because what if the fever… is a good thing?

Let’s Reframe the Fever

Fever is one of the body’s most powerful healing tools. It’s not the illness, it’s the body’s response to it. It’s how we fight, repair, detox, and heal. That warm forehead? It’s the sign of an immune system doing its job.

Dr. Robert S. Mendelsohn, in How to Raise a Healthy Child in Spite of Your Doctor, reminds us: fever is not something to fear. It’s not dangerous in and of itself. In fact he states, “A rising body temperature simply indicates the at the process of healing is speeding up. It is something to rejoice over, not to fear…Let the fever run its course. And suppressing it too soon (with meds like Tylenol or ibuprofen) can actually slow healing, hide symptoms, and put extra strain on the body.

Here’s my approach:
If my child has a fever but is resting, drinking fluids, and mostly content, I do nothing. I trust the process. But if they’re uncomfortable, restless, or can’t sleep, I step in… with homeopathy. Because homeopathy works with the body, not against it.

What Are Signs the Homeopathic Remedy is Working?

You’ll know.

They rest more deeply
Appetite returns
Color Returns to their face
Mood lifts
Energy comes back
They look more like themselves

That’s the body healing, not just “feeling better.” Big difference.

When Is a Fever Dangerous?
Fevers rarely need intervention unless:

It’s sustained over 104°F for a long time
There are signs of dehydration (no tears, dry mouth, no urination in 8+ hours)
The child is lethargic, unresponsive, or has trouble breathing
There’s a seizure (though even febrile seizures are usually harmless and short)
If your child is a newborn, as fevers in newborns are uncommon.

Trust your gut. Watch the child, not just the thermometer. A number alone doesn’t tell the full story.

Rooted Remedies for Fever

Here are a few of the top remedies I always keep on hand for fever support. These are safe for the whole family, babies included, and help support the body’s natural healing process without suppression.

Aconite 30c or 200c
Best at the very beginning of an illness (first 24 hrs.), especially if the fever comes on suddenly after exposure to cold wind, shock, or trauma. Look for anxiety, restlessness, and fear. Aconite fevers come fast and often provoke panic or worry.

Belladonna 30c or 200c
For high fevers that hit fast and hard. The child might be hot, flushed, have glassy eyes, and feel hypersensitive to light and noise. Throbbing headaches or intense heat with no sweating are common clues.

Chamomilla 30c or 200c
Perfect for irritable, inconsolable kids, especially during teething. If they only calm when being held, are whining in pain, and have one red cheek and one pale, this is your remedy. Think fiery temper, high sensitivity, and clinginess.

Ferrum Phos 6x
Ideal in the early or in-between stages of fever. When there are fewer clear symptoms but something is brewing, low-grade fevers, pale skin, or a tendency to tire easily. Think of it as a supportive, gentle nudge to the immune system.

Fevers aren’t the enemy. They’re the body’s intelligent, God-designed response to illness, working to burn off what doesn’t belong and restore balance. When supported gently, not suppressed, fevers can be a powerful part of healing. With the right remedies by your side and a calm, rooted perspective, you don’t have to fear the next spike in temperature.

You’ve got this, and Living Rooted is here to walk with you every step of the way.

Rooted & Thriving Together,

Jess

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Disclaimer: Claims based on traditional homeopathic practice, not accepted medical evidence. Not FDA evaluated.

Jessica is not a physician and the relationship between Jessica and her clients is an educational one. It is fully the client’s choice whether or not to take advantage of the information Jessica presents. Homeopathy doesn’t “treat” an illness; it addresses the entire person as a matter of wholeness that is an educational process, not a medical one.

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Fever Facts & Rooted Confidence

Why You Don’t Need to Fear a Fever

There’s something about the word fever that instantly raises a mama’s heart rate. We’ve been taught to panic, to grab the Tylenol, and to do anything to bring that number down. But let’s pause.

Because what if the fever… is a good thing?

Let’s Reframe the Fever

Fever is one of the body’s most powerful healing tools. It’s not the illness, it’s the body’s response to it. It’s how we fight, repair, detox, and heal. That warm forehead? It’s the sign of an immune system doing its job.

Here’s my approach: If my child has a fever but is resting, drinking fluids, and mostly content, I do nothing. I trust the process. But if they’re uncomfortable, restless, or can’t sleep, I step in… with homeopathy. Because homeopathy works with the body, not against it.

What Are Signs the Homeopathic Remedy is Working?

You’ll know.

They rest more deeply

Appetite returns

Color Returns to their face

Mood lifts

Energy comes back

They look more like themselves

That’s the body healing, not just “feeling better.” Big difference.

When Is a Fever Dangerous? Fevers rarely need intervention unless:

It’s sustained over 104°F for a long time

There are signs of dehydration (no tears, dry mouth, no urination in 8+ hours)

The child is lethargic, unresponsive, or has trouble breathing

There’s a seizure (though even febrile seizures are usually harmless and short)

If your child is a newborn, as fevers in newborns are uncommon.

Trust your gut. Watch the child, not just the thermometer. A number alone doesn’t tell the full story.

Rooted Remedies for Fever

Here are a few of the top remedies I always keep on hand for fever support. These are safe for the whole family, babies included, and help support the body’s natural healing process without suppression.

Aconite 30c or 200c Best at the very beginning of an illness (first 24 hrs.), especially if the fever comes on suddenly after exposure to cold wind, shock, or trauma. Look for anxiety, restlessness, and fear. Aconite fevers come fast and often provoke panic or worry.

Belladonna 30c or 200c For high fevers that hit fast and hard. The child might be hot, flushed, have glassy eyes, and feel hypersensitive to light and noise. Throbbing headaches or intense heat with no sweating are common clues.

Chamomilla 30c or 200c Perfect for irritable, inconsolable kids, especially during teething. If they only calm when being held, are whining in pain, and have one red cheek and one pale, this is your remedy. Think fiery temper, high sensitivity, and clinginess.

Ferrum Phos 6x Ideal in the early or in-between stages of fever. When there are fewer clear symptoms but something is brewing, low-grade fevers, pale skin, or a tendency to tire easily. Think of it as a supportive, gentle nudge to the immune system.