What should i do if i think my baby has a tick bite?

Observe: The tick must be attached for at least 24 hours before there is any chance of transmitting infection. If you know the tick was not there yesterday then don't worry. Otherwise watch for an expanding red ring, flu like illness particularly associated with a headache or swollen joints. These might be signs of a tick borne disease.

Observe: Wash the area make sure no other ticks are on body watch for reddness inflammation or rash at site of the bite seek medical care if inflammation should develope.