#asktheexpert My baby is 5 months old and wants to put his hands in mouth all the time and chew. How to confirm if he is teething? Also he has not pooped since 6 days and passing smelly gas. I am breastfeeding him only as of now.

1 Answer

Sai Prasanthi R LMom of a 11 yr 6 m old boy1 Year ago

A. Hello dear parent! Swollen gums, crankiness, not feeding enough are few indications. Gently press your child’s gums with a soft cotton cloth dipped in cold water to reduce teething symptoms. Use Babyhug teethers for your baby

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