[header] How to make a baby with a fever feel better [title] Drink plenty of fluids. [step] Keep your baby hydrated by providing plenty of fluids. Fevers cause excessive sweating and, therefore, the loss of fluids is greater and could lead to dehydration. 
Talk to your doctor about offering an electrolyte solution such as pedialyte in addition to formula. [substeps] Avoid feeding your baby fruit or apple juice or dilute it with fifty percent water.