[header] How to lower a child's fever naturally [title] Bathe your child in lukewarm water. [step] The evaporation of the water will cause your child's temperature to go down. [substeps] Don't use cold water. 
It may seem counterintuitive, but a rush of cold water will cause shivering and will in turn raise their body temperature. [title] Place cool, damp washcloths on your child's forehead and wrists.