#asktheexpert My 3 year old has not been willing to chew his food for the past week. Although he feels hungry he refuses to chew. I am concerned and need guidance.

1 Answer

ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist4 months ago

A. dear mum , if child is sick or ill it can affect or if having teething pain gently massage gums with clean fingers offer finger food like cool fruit cucumber strips for relief

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