The Impact of Teething on a Little Person.
The first teething can sometimes be uncomfortable for a little person - fussiness, irritability, increased salivation, and sore gums are expected.
Usually, teething begins at 6 months of age - for some babies, this process begins a few months later.
Teething can cause the following:
- Drooling;
- A desire to chew on things;
- Fussiness;
- Pain in the gums;
- A rash on the face;
- A slight increase in body temperature, but not a fever.
Many parents believe that teething is accompanied by fever, diarrhea, and crying, although pediatricians believe that these signs have other causes. Be sure to consult a doctor if your baby cries a lot, has diarrhea, and a fever of 38 degrees.
To relieve gum pain, it is recommended to:
- Gently rub the gums with a clean finger or a wet cloth;
- If the baby is breastfed, he will probably refuse to eat due to discomfort - you can give food from a cup, use a spoon or a syringe;
- In case of excessive fussiness, use a painkiller only after the pediatrician's approval (self-treatment is not allowed and ask the doctor if you have permission);
- Clean the face often, as excessive salivation can irritate the skin;
- You can buy special chewing gum at the pharmacy;
- Some painkiller gels are designed for the teething period, but before buying, ask the pediatrician whether it is necessary.
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