Rocking Tora in my arms, I softly sing a lullaby trying to soothe my fussy baby. Her cries and whimpers tugging at my heart as I try desperately to figure out what is ailing her. She has been changed and fed, although she didn’t seem interested in eating, which isn’t like her. Usually in the mornings she is very hungry, especially since she is sleeping through the night.
Placing my hand on her forehead, I’m shocked to feel how warm she is, like she is running a fever. “Oh, my sweet girl, you’re burning up…” I softly say holding her squirming body close to me.
It’s times like this I miss my friend’s guidance. Even though I have learned much over the year from her in regards to healing and herbs, I know there is still a lot I don’t know. Especially when it comes to little ones. With Tora being my first, everything is new to me, and I’m learning along with her. She is usually a happy, giggling little girl, so for her to be crying and whimpering, I know something is wrong. I just can’t figure out what. It makes me feel helpless to ease her suffering not knowing what is causing it.
Hearing a soft knock on the slightly opened chamber door, I glance in that direction seeing Uhtred poking his head in with a questioning look on his face. I offer him a weak smile, the worry in my eyes showing.
“She won’t stop crying…and she is running a mild fever. I-I can’t figure out what is causing her discomfort…” I look at Uhtred with concern.
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