What to look for?
Teething usually starts around 6 months. Teething pain is not an illness, but getting teeth marks the next major step in a child’s development. The first teeth to appear are usually the two bottom middle teeth, followed by the two top middle teeth. The last teeth to make an appearance are usually the second, or back, molars in the lower and upper back of the mouth. Most children will have all their baby teeth by about two and a half. There are 20 in total, 10 at the top and 10 at the bottom.
Here are common teething symptoms to look out for:
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Flushed cheeks possibly accompanied with a fever
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Your baby's gum looks sore and red where a tooth is coming out
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Your baby might chew, dribble, and want to gnaw on things
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Baby’s bowel movements might get looser and they may develop a nappy rash
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Your bundle of joy might be cranky or tearful, especially at night when the pain can sometimes make it difficult for them to sleep