My 7-month old son is teething right now, and showing the obvious signs -- drooling, chewing on his fingers, red swollen gums around the teeth that are coming in(3), and waking up in the middle of the night screaming. He has been having a runny, green, and mucousy stool over the last 24 hours. As a result it has caused an awful blotchy red diaper rash all over his bottom which I been treating with diaper rash cream. He aready has 4 teeth, but he didn't suffer of diarrhea. Is this the kind of diarrhea that is often associated with teething, or is it possible it is caused by something else? %26amp; What can make the diahrria go away?
Teething %26amp; Diarrhea??
There is still no link to prove that diahrrea has anything to do with teething but my son experience it before too. He poop watery stool 3 times a day for 3 days.But after that it stopped. As long as there is no white jelly-like stuffs in his stool then his ok and make sure the poopingdon't last for more than 5 days or else it will be something else. Rash ,drooling, chewing on his fingers, red swollen gums around the teeth that are coming in(3), and waking up in the middle of the night screaming are common syptoms
Reply:I can only say keep him hydrated. Call your dr to see how much pedialyte he can have.
Reply:It could be, but I would keep an eye on it. It is very easy for a baby to dehydrate and I would take him to a doctor if you are in the least bit worried. Speak to your pharmacy and see what they advise, if you don't think it is bad enough for the doctors.
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Monday, November 16, 2009
Teething problems?
My 5 month old son has been having a really hard time with teething! He is allergic to baby oragel, he hates teething rings, hates pacies, does not like anything cold in his mouth what so ever...i give him tylonal fever and pain reducer, it helps for a very short time...any suggestions or ideas? I have also told the doc. about this, and he pretty much says to wait it out.
Teething problems?
We use homeopathic teething tables by Hyland's, which are great. You can find them at any pharmacy. This is better than giving him baby tylenol everyday.
They can be dissolved under the tongue, which takes like 2 seconds, or can be administered in his bottle.
Also, what about a wet washcloth to chew on ?
Reply:my son hates the teething rings too, he seems to prefer to chew on his plastic toys (which arent soft AT ALL). im not sure what i can tell you other than just know that he wont teethe forever. good luck!!
Reply:You'll need to wait it out like the doc says... but you could try
Teething tablets (safe, natural and are well known to do the trick)
Teething biscuits (from gerber, messy but effective)
Love
There isn't much else you can do. And.. even with Orajel, tylenol and teething tablets my daughter still has some hard times when teething and there is NOTHING that helps her.
I only gave my daughter Tylenol IF she had a fever otherwise I found it really didn't do much good for the "pain" part.
Reply:You can also try rubbing a very SMALL amount of whiskey on his gums....this will help dull the pain for him.
I have never done this myself....but I know people who have and it works wonders!
Teething problems?
We use homeopathic teething tables by Hyland's, which are great. You can find them at any pharmacy. This is better than giving him baby tylenol everyday.
They can be dissolved under the tongue, which takes like 2 seconds, or can be administered in his bottle.
Also, what about a wet washcloth to chew on ?
Reply:my son hates the teething rings too, he seems to prefer to chew on his plastic toys (which arent soft AT ALL). im not sure what i can tell you other than just know that he wont teethe forever. good luck!!
Reply:You'll need to wait it out like the doc says... but you could try
Teething tablets (safe, natural and are well known to do the trick)
Teething biscuits (from gerber, messy but effective)
Love
There isn't much else you can do. And.. even with Orajel, tylenol and teething tablets my daughter still has some hard times when teething and there is NOTHING that helps her.
I only gave my daughter Tylenol IF she had a fever otherwise I found it really didn't do much good for the "pain" part.
Reply:You can also try rubbing a very SMALL amount of whiskey on his gums....this will help dull the pain for him.
I have never done this myself....but I know people who have and it works wonders!
Question about teething?
I just posted a question a little while ago about my 2 month old possibly teething. Over the last few days he's been drooling more, he's been running low temps, and he's been more irritable/restless than usual. The only thing that really seems to comfort him right now is his binkie or his finger or mine. I tried a frozen washcloth, and he seemed to like it for a few seconds but then he was unable to keep a grasp on it. The teething rings seem a little too big for him. Are there any other things that could work? I haven't been able to feel buds but I know that he's dry, he's not hungry, and he's been burped. His behavior is different from usual which is why I know something is changing, but I don't know what's best to comfort him. I'd hate to use something like baby orajel or something unless I knew for sure that he was teething. Any advice?
Question about teething?
Babies can begin teething at any time and some are even born with teeth. So it's a possibility. One of the things my son likes is chewing on carrots. They're cold, hard %26amp; taste great!
Reply:good evening.
live.laugh.love :]
Reply:My boyfriends mom froze tootsie-pops for him when he was a baby....Lots of sugar but it was the only thing he liked.
Good Luck, poor baby =(
Reply:If he seems to like the frozen washcloth, try letting him suck on your finger through the frozen washcloth, therefore you are holding it for him. You might be able to get him to suck on it long enough to let him fall asleep. Good luck!
Reply:i had the same problem. i always just used my finger. and in a really extreme situation i gave her baby tylenol. they say not to use baby orajel anymore because if your child were to accidentally swallow some it would numb his gag reflex and he could choke... even on his own spit up
Reply:When my children were teething I used cloves spice. I get my finger wet and put a little dry cloves on it and rub it on their teeth with my finger. Cloves seems to work great it numbs it, takes down the swelling and kills any infections and its safe. Just does not taste the greatest.
P.S.
You can also use call a nurse to see what is the best thing to do.
Good luck
Reply:Even though I have had three kids and have become more and more relaxed about kids' running a low fever or being fussy, I would still suggest that you take your baby to the pediatrician just to make sure that there isn't anything wrong. The baby is only 2 months old and you just don't want to take any chances, unless you have a doctor or nurse among your relatives and friends who can help you make sure that his recent change of behavior isn't cause by any other reason.
Reply:two months old is WAY too young to start teething....
my son acted like that at two months, it is just baby....
Reply:2 months is NOT too early. My oldest daughter had her first bottom tooth break through at 9 weeks.
My youngest daughter is 8 weeks old and has all of the same symptoms as your son. I ended up taking her to the pediatrician for a healthy baby check up and he noticed all of the drooling and such too. He put his finger in her mouth and said one of her bottom teeth was almost ready to break through.
I put my daughters pacifiers in the freezer. I have the soothies like the ones they give out at the hospital. I have about 8 of those, and I freeze them every night and hand them out in the daytime when she needs them.
Question about teething?
Babies can begin teething at any time and some are even born with teeth. So it's a possibility. One of the things my son likes is chewing on carrots. They're cold, hard %26amp; taste great!
Reply:good evening.
live.laugh.love :]
Reply:My boyfriends mom froze tootsie-pops for him when he was a baby....Lots of sugar but it was the only thing he liked.
Good Luck, poor baby =(
Reply:If he seems to like the frozen washcloth, try letting him suck on your finger through the frozen washcloth, therefore you are holding it for him. You might be able to get him to suck on it long enough to let him fall asleep. Good luck!
Reply:i had the same problem. i always just used my finger. and in a really extreme situation i gave her baby tylenol. they say not to use baby orajel anymore because if your child were to accidentally swallow some it would numb his gag reflex and he could choke... even on his own spit up
Reply:When my children were teething I used cloves spice. I get my finger wet and put a little dry cloves on it and rub it on their teeth with my finger. Cloves seems to work great it numbs it, takes down the swelling and kills any infections and its safe. Just does not taste the greatest.
P.S.
You can also use call a nurse to see what is the best thing to do.
Good luck
Reply:Even though I have had three kids and have become more and more relaxed about kids' running a low fever or being fussy, I would still suggest that you take your baby to the pediatrician just to make sure that there isn't anything wrong. The baby is only 2 months old and you just don't want to take any chances, unless you have a doctor or nurse among your relatives and friends who can help you make sure that his recent change of behavior isn't cause by any other reason.
Reply:two months old is WAY too young to start teething....
my son acted like that at two months, it is just baby....
Reply:2 months is NOT too early. My oldest daughter had her first bottom tooth break through at 9 weeks.
My youngest daughter is 8 weeks old and has all of the same symptoms as your son. I ended up taking her to the pediatrician for a healthy baby check up and he noticed all of the drooling and such too. He put his finger in her mouth and said one of her bottom teeth was almost ready to break through.
I put my daughters pacifiers in the freezer. I have the soothies like the ones they give out at the hospital. I have about 8 of those, and I freeze them every night and hand them out in the daytime when she needs them.
Teething tablets? Top teeth first?
How many of you have tried teething tablets? Do they work better than Orajel? I have 4.5 month old who is teething pretty badly and it seems to be getting worse the passed couple of days. The Orajel seems to be wearing off before it is time to apply more. Also, has anyone's child(ren) gotten their top teeth before the bottom? His top gums seem to be much more tender/inflammed than the bottom.
Teething tablets? Top teeth first?
Humphrey's teething tabs were a lifesaver for our second child. We didn't even know about them when we had our first. Yes, I think they are better than Orajel. The doctor also told us that we could use benadryl rubbed on the gums.
Top or bottom, I don't know. I think it depends on the child. The front ones definitely pop up first. They're also the first to go once they hit 5-7 years of age. It's kind of neat--the symmetry of it all.
Also, what I've found with my children, is that asking the pharmacist often helps a lot. Sometimes they know tricks even the doctors don't.
Also, I loved the little blue Gerber gum brush! The kids loved it, too. I would rub their gums (just with water) to keep them clean and they'd chew at it and sooth their sore little gums. Of course I had to abandon the practice when more teeth showed up to save my fingers!
Reply:I have been useing teething tablets for 4 months now my son is 9 months old and they work great it helps him sleep I haven't had any reason to try anything else. Report It
Reply:i used HIGHLAND TEETHING TABLETS and they worked wonders for my son
Reply:i have used the teething tablets, they work great especially at night, its like it allows the baby to relax, and my son got his bottom teeth first but i dont think it really matters, ive seen babies that got top teeth first, i definitely would reccomend the teething tablets, my moms neighbor recommended them to me and im glad she did, they helped me and my son through what can be a very difficult time, good luck.
Reply:Try Humphreys, they work great. They can be a little hard to find but they are out there. My sister used to make us ship them to her because that was the only thing that worked. I believe you can find them at Target. Good luck. I do not think it is abnormal to get the top teeth first.
Reply:My daughter had a hard time teething, and Hylands homeopathic teething tablets worked well for us.
Good luck!
Reply:I've used both, and I think it works best if you give the tablet, then apply Orajel because it's instant and seems to give relief until the tablet takes effect. My twins have been teething for 4 months (they'll be 8 months next week), and one just got his first bottom tooth--no signs of top teeth.
Reply:don't they sell teething rings anymore (with the jel in them? that you put in the frig to keep them cool...that the child sucks on...)
Reply:Whenever your child begins teething, you may notice that your child seems to drool more, and seems to want to chew on things. For some babies, teething is painless. Others may experience brief periods of irritability, and some may seem cranky for weeks, experiencing crying episodes and disrupted sleeping and eating patterns. Teething can be uncomfortable, but if your baby seems very irritable, contact your child's doctor.
Although tender and swollen gums could cause your baby's temperature to be a little higher than normal, teething, as a rule, does not cause high fever or diarrhea. If your baby does develop a fever during the teething phase, it is probably due to something else and your child's doctor should be contacted.
Here are some tips to keep in mind when your baby is teething:
Wipe your baby's face often with a cloth to remove the drool and prevent rashes from developing.
Place a clean, flat cloth under the baby's head during sleep to catch the drool. This way, you'll only have to change the cloth when it gets wet, not the whole sheet.
Give your baby something to chew on. Make sure it's big enough so that he or she can't swallow it and that it can't break into small pieces. A wet washcloth placed in the freezer for 30 minutes makes a handy teething aid - just be sure to wash it after each use. Rubber teething rings are also good, but avoid the ones with liquid inside because they may break. If you use a teething ring, be sure to take it out of the freezer before it becomes rock hard - you don't want to bruise those already swollen gums!
Rub your baby's gums with a clean finger.
Never tie a teething ring around a baby's neck, as it could get caught on something and strangle the baby.
If your baby seems irritable, acetaminophen may help - but always consult your child's doctor first. Never place an aspirin against the tooth, and don't rub whiskey on your baby's gums.
Baby Teeth Hygiene
The care and cleaning of your baby's teeth is important for long-term dental health. Even though the first set of teeth will fall out, tooth decay can hasten this process and leave gaps before the permanent teeth are ready to come in. The remaining primary teeth may then crowd together to attempt to fill in the gaps, which may cause the permanent teeth to come in crooked and out of place.
Daily dental care should begin even before your baby's first tooth emerges. Wipe your baby's gums daily with a clean, damp washcloth or gauze, or brush them gently with a soft, infant-sized toothbrush and water (no toothpaste!). As soon as the first tooth appears, brush them with water.
Toothpaste is OK to use on your child's teeth once he or she gets old enough to spit it out - usually around age 3. Choose one with fluoride and use only a pea-sized amount or less in younger children. Don't let your child swallow the toothpaste or eat it out of the tube because an overdose of fluoride can be harmful for children.
By the time all your baby's teeth are in, it's a good idea to brush your child's teeth at least twice a day, and especially after meals. It's also important to get your child used to flossing early on. A good time to start flossing is when two teeth start to touch. Talk to your child's dentist for advice on flossing those tiny teeth. You can also get your toddler interested in the routine by letting him or her watch and imitate you as you brush and floss on a regular basis.
Another important tip for preventing tooth decay: don't let your baby fall asleep with a bottle. The milk or juice can pool in her mouth and cause tooth decay and plaque.
The American Dental Association recommends that children see a dentist by age 1, when six to eight teeth are in place, to spot any potential problems and advise parents about preventive care.
Reply:Hyland's Teething Tablets are the best teething remedy out there. They work really well and I've used them with all of my kids.
Other good teething remedies:
wet a washcloth and freeze it
ice cube tied up in a baby sock
ice cube in a Baby Safe Feeder (mesh feeding bag)
metal spoon that has been kept in freezer
stalk of cold, hard celery
Reply:give him a cold clean carrot.
Teething tablets? Top teeth first?
Humphrey's teething tabs were a lifesaver for our second child. We didn't even know about them when we had our first. Yes, I think they are better than Orajel. The doctor also told us that we could use benadryl rubbed on the gums.
Top or bottom, I don't know. I think it depends on the child. The front ones definitely pop up first. They're also the first to go once they hit 5-7 years of age. It's kind of neat--the symmetry of it all.
Also, what I've found with my children, is that asking the pharmacist often helps a lot. Sometimes they know tricks even the doctors don't.
Also, I loved the little blue Gerber gum brush! The kids loved it, too. I would rub their gums (just with water) to keep them clean and they'd chew at it and sooth their sore little gums. Of course I had to abandon the practice when more teeth showed up to save my fingers!
Reply:I have been useing teething tablets for 4 months now my son is 9 months old and they work great it helps him sleep I haven't had any reason to try anything else. Report It
Reply:i used HIGHLAND TEETHING TABLETS and they worked wonders for my son
Reply:i have used the teething tablets, they work great especially at night, its like it allows the baby to relax, and my son got his bottom teeth first but i dont think it really matters, ive seen babies that got top teeth first, i definitely would reccomend the teething tablets, my moms neighbor recommended them to me and im glad she did, they helped me and my son through what can be a very difficult time, good luck.
Reply:Try Humphreys, they work great. They can be a little hard to find but they are out there. My sister used to make us ship them to her because that was the only thing that worked. I believe you can find them at Target. Good luck. I do not think it is abnormal to get the top teeth first.
Reply:My daughter had a hard time teething, and Hylands homeopathic teething tablets worked well for us.
Good luck!
Reply:I've used both, and I think it works best if you give the tablet, then apply Orajel because it's instant and seems to give relief until the tablet takes effect. My twins have been teething for 4 months (they'll be 8 months next week), and one just got his first bottom tooth--no signs of top teeth.
Reply:don't they sell teething rings anymore (with the jel in them? that you put in the frig to keep them cool...that the child sucks on...)
Reply:Whenever your child begins teething, you may notice that your child seems to drool more, and seems to want to chew on things. For some babies, teething is painless. Others may experience brief periods of irritability, and some may seem cranky for weeks, experiencing crying episodes and disrupted sleeping and eating patterns. Teething can be uncomfortable, but if your baby seems very irritable, contact your child's doctor.
Although tender and swollen gums could cause your baby's temperature to be a little higher than normal, teething, as a rule, does not cause high fever or diarrhea. If your baby does develop a fever during the teething phase, it is probably due to something else and your child's doctor should be contacted.
Here are some tips to keep in mind when your baby is teething:
Wipe your baby's face often with a cloth to remove the drool and prevent rashes from developing.
Place a clean, flat cloth under the baby's head during sleep to catch the drool. This way, you'll only have to change the cloth when it gets wet, not the whole sheet.
Give your baby something to chew on. Make sure it's big enough so that he or she can't swallow it and that it can't break into small pieces. A wet washcloth placed in the freezer for 30 minutes makes a handy teething aid - just be sure to wash it after each use. Rubber teething rings are also good, but avoid the ones with liquid inside because they may break. If you use a teething ring, be sure to take it out of the freezer before it becomes rock hard - you don't want to bruise those already swollen gums!
Rub your baby's gums with a clean finger.
Never tie a teething ring around a baby's neck, as it could get caught on something and strangle the baby.
If your baby seems irritable, acetaminophen may help - but always consult your child's doctor first. Never place an aspirin against the tooth, and don't rub whiskey on your baby's gums.
Baby Teeth Hygiene
The care and cleaning of your baby's teeth is important for long-term dental health. Even though the first set of teeth will fall out, tooth decay can hasten this process and leave gaps before the permanent teeth are ready to come in. The remaining primary teeth may then crowd together to attempt to fill in the gaps, which may cause the permanent teeth to come in crooked and out of place.
Daily dental care should begin even before your baby's first tooth emerges. Wipe your baby's gums daily with a clean, damp washcloth or gauze, or brush them gently with a soft, infant-sized toothbrush and water (no toothpaste!). As soon as the first tooth appears, brush them with water.
Toothpaste is OK to use on your child's teeth once he or she gets old enough to spit it out - usually around age 3. Choose one with fluoride and use only a pea-sized amount or less in younger children. Don't let your child swallow the toothpaste or eat it out of the tube because an overdose of fluoride can be harmful for children.
By the time all your baby's teeth are in, it's a good idea to brush your child's teeth at least twice a day, and especially after meals. It's also important to get your child used to flossing early on. A good time to start flossing is when two teeth start to touch. Talk to your child's dentist for advice on flossing those tiny teeth. You can also get your toddler interested in the routine by letting him or her watch and imitate you as you brush and floss on a regular basis.
Another important tip for preventing tooth decay: don't let your baby fall asleep with a bottle. The milk or juice can pool in her mouth and cause tooth decay and plaque.
The American Dental Association recommends that children see a dentist by age 1, when six to eight teeth are in place, to spot any potential problems and advise parents about preventive care.
Reply:Hyland's Teething Tablets are the best teething remedy out there. They work really well and I've used them with all of my kids.
Other good teething remedies:
wet a washcloth and freeze it
ice cube tied up in a baby sock
ice cube in a Baby Safe Feeder (mesh feeding bag)
metal spoon that has been kept in freezer
stalk of cold, hard celery
Reply:give him a cold clean carrot.
Teething at 3 1/2 months ?
my daughter is already teething at 3 1/2 months is this normal? and she has diarrhea,diaper rash, fever, red cheeks is this associtated with teething?
Teething at 3 1/2 months ?
Thats all very normal. I got my first tooth at 2 months old, my daughter got hers at 3 months, and my friends baby is cutting her first tooth at one month. The symptoms that you described are typical, but make sure the fever doesnt get too high. Ask your doc at what temp you should call him, just in case. When your baby gets old enough to hold things, I recommend a mild flavored, tough jerky. The gnawing helps cut the teeth in faster, and relieves the pain. Plus, unlike plastic teething rings, it tastes good and isnt too cold, so your baby will want to chew on it longer. Make sure the jerky is tough, and replace it with a new piece when it starts to fall apart.
Reply:yep, my son is 3 1/2 months and he is teething like crazy!!! red cheeks, fever, are usual symptoms. You might want to see if what you are feeding her is causing diarrhea and diaper rash, but I'm sure nothing to worry about. And always if you are worried call the baby doc and ask
Reply:it can happen. my son started showing symptoms of teething around that age. he's now almost eight months and his teeth (two bottom front) finally poked through a couple weeks ago. good luck!!
Reply:Well honestly i have never heard of a baby teething that young..but i am sure itns' known to happen and yes all those signs are associtated with teething..well i know mine was..INFANTS ADVIL worked wonders on my child...
Reply:yes it can happen. my daughter got her first tooth at 4 months, and all those other problems are deffinatly associated with teething, good luck
Reply:yep, my son started before 3 1/2 weeks
Reply:my daughter started teehing at 2 1/2 months but none of the other symptoms you might need to take her to a docter
Reply:yeah my son was 2½ - 3 months when he had his first tooth
Reply:Teething can start at 2 weeks of age, some babies are born with teeth, so 3 1/2 months is normal. Mine actually never had the diarrhea and alll the other related symptoms, but each baby is different. It is a drooly mess that never stopped even after mine got her teeth in. Good luck and watch out when they stick your fingers in their mouth, those little teeth are sharp!
Reply:My kids teethed before that. They also got bad diaper rash from it and the occasional fever. All withing the normal range, don't worry.
Good luck!
Reply:yeah it is completely normal...dr.'s will tell you they can't but it happens all the time...I did it and my goddaughter did it...so don't worry...if she acts like she is a lot of pain you can give her like half a dose of baby tylenol and it will help her a lot.
Reply:Yes, i have 4 children. 2 of my 4 had 8 teeth by the time they were 6 months old. my oldest son on the other hand didn't start teething until he was 13 months old. All children are different.
All 4 of my kids were cranky, ran a 99-102 fever while teething. Red cheeks is probably just from the fever. Diaper rash is common with diarreah. Symptoms usually go away in about a week. If your baby has more than 3-4 diarreah's a day I would take him/her to the doctor. They easily dehydrate at that age.
Hope it helps
Only give fever reducer when nec. your baby is young to give it just for crankiness or discomfort. You can also give them a cool wet rag to suck on. I know it sounds nasty but they are really too young for teething rings %26amp; frozen teethers.
Reply:Yes, it is normal. My daughter was teething that young. Babies teeth for a month or 2 before the actual tooth erupts. All these symptoms are very normal and can be associated with teething. Has the tooth already erupted? My daughter came in very quickly. One right after the other. She had two by the time she turned six months. The red cheeks also could be a sign of exzema. My daughter started this at 4 months also. I hope I have been helpful. E-mail me a janinebat@msn.com if you have any questions. Good luck.
Reply:Some kids are born with teeth, actually. One of mine had a first tooth at two months. By six months, she had 12. And I know another kid who had no teeth at all until she was 15 months old. There's a huge window considered "normal" when it comes to teething.
Some pediatricians will tell you that teething doesn't cause any of that stuff, and others will say that it's all related. All I know is that my kids experienced all of that stuff during the period they were teething. There was definitely a correllation, even if I can't tell you that it was CAUSED by teething.
But the diaper rash is likely caused by the diarrhea, and you can treat that. The rest of it, you likely just have to tough it out.
With your pediatrician's OK, you can make your baby more comfortable with Tylenol or Motrin. Motrin works better and lasts longer, but you can alternate the two (i.e. a dose of one at 12, a dose of the other at 3, and then the first again at 6) for a few days to minimize the pain.
Our pediatrician said to stay away from stuff like Orajel. She said it doesn't last long at all to control the pain, that most of it washes right off, and that it can upset your baby's stomach and add to her distress.
Something cold to chew on is best. A wet washcloth works well.
Reply:Poor little thing.Its a good thing that we don't remember being a baby !! All the diaper rash, shots,teething and for alot of baby boys, circumcising !!!
I freeze clean damp wash clothes or give my grand baby cool pops that are UN-opened.Finding the prefect teething ring is next to impossible!! My grand baby likes my nylon eye glass fob. What can i do, it makes her happy so i let her chew..GOOD LUCK with your baby..And remember This too shall pass...
Reply:perfectly normal. if she has fever etc, justt give her some baby tylenol or advil. some things that helped my kids were cold teething rings, and clove oil( cut it with regular veggie oils NOT peanut oil), Just rub it on her gums it will numb them. anbesol was ok but clove oil was better
good luck!
Reply:Yes my baby girl started at 3 months, and diarrhea,diaper rash, fever, all those things have to do with teething. Just be shure to give her pedialyte, for her diarrhea and Tylenol for her fever, and she will be just fine. It is frusting but it is ok.
Reply:my daughter got her first two teeth at three months. it can cause alot of other symptoms like the fever but not the diaper rash or diarrhea. you should go to the dr for the diarrhea and get cream for the rash. give her pedialyte till you get there. it helps the dehyration caused by diarrhea and should mellow the fever some. also try rubbing infant tylenol on her gum for teething pain and irratability. get dye free, trust me. teeth pain changes eating habits also so that might explain the diarrhea but i wouldn't chance it if its real bad or it persists. but baby poop is usually a litttle runny. fyi
Reply:it is definately normal to teeth at this time. I think most babies get their first tooth around 4-6 months. some babies are even strangely born with teeth! Anyhow, crankiness and fever are all VERY common symptoms of teething. diarrhea is as well, which can irritate her skin and cause diaper rash. The best thing you can do for her is give her tylenol for the fever and discomfort and give her a cold wash cloth to just chew and such on. depending on the child, she may want her gums rubbed. Howeer- DO NOT use baby orajel bc it has alcohol in it which can irritate the gums if a tooth has broke it open. Just tylenol! Also, for the diaper rash, use Aquafor... it is WONDERFUL!
Good luck!
Reply:I thought my baby was teething at that age, he's 5 months old now and I still haven't seen a tooth. He had alot of the symptoms you mentioned. You may want to keep an eye on him, my son had alot of diarrhea and then it had some blood in it, some how he had gotten a bacterial infection and Rotovirus at the same time.
Reply:if you go to the store and get baby oral gel, it states that teething does not consist of any symptoms. if so to contact a doctor. plus if you get oral gel dont use for more than 7 days. i have a 4 month old as well, and just brought some oral gel.
good luck
Reply:Yes...my baby brother cut his first tooth at 3 months so it is normal/possible.
Reply:thats totaly normal,my daughter has been teething since she was just about 3 months,she's now almost 5 months and has 4 teeth....
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Teething at 3 1/2 months ?
Thats all very normal. I got my first tooth at 2 months old, my daughter got hers at 3 months, and my friends baby is cutting her first tooth at one month. The symptoms that you described are typical, but make sure the fever doesnt get too high. Ask your doc at what temp you should call him, just in case. When your baby gets old enough to hold things, I recommend a mild flavored, tough jerky. The gnawing helps cut the teeth in faster, and relieves the pain. Plus, unlike plastic teething rings, it tastes good and isnt too cold, so your baby will want to chew on it longer. Make sure the jerky is tough, and replace it with a new piece when it starts to fall apart.
Reply:yep, my son is 3 1/2 months and he is teething like crazy!!! red cheeks, fever, are usual symptoms. You might want to see if what you are feeding her is causing diarrhea and diaper rash, but I'm sure nothing to worry about. And always if you are worried call the baby doc and ask
Reply:it can happen. my son started showing symptoms of teething around that age. he's now almost eight months and his teeth (two bottom front) finally poked through a couple weeks ago. good luck!!
Reply:Well honestly i have never heard of a baby teething that young..but i am sure itns' known to happen and yes all those signs are associtated with teething..well i know mine was..INFANTS ADVIL worked wonders on my child...
Reply:yes it can happen. my daughter got her first tooth at 4 months, and all those other problems are deffinatly associated with teething, good luck
Reply:yep, my son started before 3 1/2 weeks
Reply:my daughter started teehing at 2 1/2 months but none of the other symptoms you might need to take her to a docter
Reply:yeah my son was 2½ - 3 months when he had his first tooth
Reply:Teething can start at 2 weeks of age, some babies are born with teeth, so 3 1/2 months is normal. Mine actually never had the diarrhea and alll the other related symptoms, but each baby is different. It is a drooly mess that never stopped even after mine got her teeth in. Good luck and watch out when they stick your fingers in their mouth, those little teeth are sharp!
Reply:My kids teethed before that. They also got bad diaper rash from it and the occasional fever. All withing the normal range, don't worry.
Good luck!
Reply:yeah it is completely normal...dr.'s will tell you they can't but it happens all the time...I did it and my goddaughter did it...so don't worry...if she acts like she is a lot of pain you can give her like half a dose of baby tylenol and it will help her a lot.
Reply:Yes, i have 4 children. 2 of my 4 had 8 teeth by the time they were 6 months old. my oldest son on the other hand didn't start teething until he was 13 months old. All children are different.
All 4 of my kids were cranky, ran a 99-102 fever while teething. Red cheeks is probably just from the fever. Diaper rash is common with diarreah. Symptoms usually go away in about a week. If your baby has more than 3-4 diarreah's a day I would take him/her to the doctor. They easily dehydrate at that age.
Hope it helps
Only give fever reducer when nec. your baby is young to give it just for crankiness or discomfort. You can also give them a cool wet rag to suck on. I know it sounds nasty but they are really too young for teething rings %26amp; frozen teethers.
Reply:Yes, it is normal. My daughter was teething that young. Babies teeth for a month or 2 before the actual tooth erupts. All these symptoms are very normal and can be associated with teething. Has the tooth already erupted? My daughter came in very quickly. One right after the other. She had two by the time she turned six months. The red cheeks also could be a sign of exzema. My daughter started this at 4 months also. I hope I have been helpful. E-mail me a janinebat@msn.com if you have any questions. Good luck.
Reply:Some kids are born with teeth, actually. One of mine had a first tooth at two months. By six months, she had 12. And I know another kid who had no teeth at all until she was 15 months old. There's a huge window considered "normal" when it comes to teething.
Some pediatricians will tell you that teething doesn't cause any of that stuff, and others will say that it's all related. All I know is that my kids experienced all of that stuff during the period they were teething. There was definitely a correllation, even if I can't tell you that it was CAUSED by teething.
But the diaper rash is likely caused by the diarrhea, and you can treat that. The rest of it, you likely just have to tough it out.
With your pediatrician's OK, you can make your baby more comfortable with Tylenol or Motrin. Motrin works better and lasts longer, but you can alternate the two (i.e. a dose of one at 12, a dose of the other at 3, and then the first again at 6) for a few days to minimize the pain.
Our pediatrician said to stay away from stuff like Orajel. She said it doesn't last long at all to control the pain, that most of it washes right off, and that it can upset your baby's stomach and add to her distress.
Something cold to chew on is best. A wet washcloth works well.
Reply:Poor little thing.Its a good thing that we don't remember being a baby !! All the diaper rash, shots,teething and for alot of baby boys, circumcising !!!
I freeze clean damp wash clothes or give my grand baby cool pops that are UN-opened.Finding the prefect teething ring is next to impossible!! My grand baby likes my nylon eye glass fob. What can i do, it makes her happy so i let her chew..GOOD LUCK with your baby..And remember This too shall pass...
Reply:perfectly normal. if she has fever etc, justt give her some baby tylenol or advil. some things that helped my kids were cold teething rings, and clove oil( cut it with regular veggie oils NOT peanut oil), Just rub it on her gums it will numb them. anbesol was ok but clove oil was better
good luck!
Reply:Yes my baby girl started at 3 months, and diarrhea,diaper rash, fever, all those things have to do with teething. Just be shure to give her pedialyte, for her diarrhea and Tylenol for her fever, and she will be just fine. It is frusting but it is ok.
Reply:my daughter got her first two teeth at three months. it can cause alot of other symptoms like the fever but not the diaper rash or diarrhea. you should go to the dr for the diarrhea and get cream for the rash. give her pedialyte till you get there. it helps the dehyration caused by diarrhea and should mellow the fever some. also try rubbing infant tylenol on her gum for teething pain and irratability. get dye free, trust me. teeth pain changes eating habits also so that might explain the diarrhea but i wouldn't chance it if its real bad or it persists. but baby poop is usually a litttle runny. fyi
Reply:it is definately normal to teeth at this time. I think most babies get their first tooth around 4-6 months. some babies are even strangely born with teeth! Anyhow, crankiness and fever are all VERY common symptoms of teething. diarrhea is as well, which can irritate her skin and cause diaper rash. The best thing you can do for her is give her tylenol for the fever and discomfort and give her a cold wash cloth to just chew and such on. depending on the child, she may want her gums rubbed. Howeer- DO NOT use baby orajel bc it has alcohol in it which can irritate the gums if a tooth has broke it open. Just tylenol! Also, for the diaper rash, use Aquafor... it is WONDERFUL!
Good luck!
Reply:I thought my baby was teething at that age, he's 5 months old now and I still haven't seen a tooth. He had alot of the symptoms you mentioned. You may want to keep an eye on him, my son had alot of diarrhea and then it had some blood in it, some how he had gotten a bacterial infection and Rotovirus at the same time.
Reply:if you go to the store and get baby oral gel, it states that teething does not consist of any symptoms. if so to contact a doctor. plus if you get oral gel dont use for more than 7 days. i have a 4 month old as well, and just brought some oral gel.
good luck
Reply:Yes...my baby brother cut his first tooth at 3 months so it is normal/possible.
Reply:thats totaly normal,my daughter has been teething since she was just about 3 months,she's now almost 5 months and has 4 teeth....
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Granddaughter is teething she also developed twitching of her head dr says its the pressure has anyone heard?
my grandaughter 8 months old is teething the twitching of her head ive never heard of with teething we have a family history of epilipsy and it looked like a piti small seizure we brought her into the hospital she was fine ,have any of you had the preasure of teething cause head twiching
thank you very worried grand ma
Granddaughter is teething she also developed twitching of her head dr says its the pressure has anyone heard?
I'd make an appointment with a neurologist just to be on the safe side.
Mention the family history to the doctor. They should take it VERY seriously if they know.
NO, I've never heard of that either.
Reply:Teething does cause sinus discomfort and she may be feeling it in her ears. The doctor can check her ears for fluid build up. Since there is family history of epilepsy you are right not to ignore it and I don't blame you for being worried.
Reply:get a second opinion right away, if it is something serious it better to catch it now, go to a doctors office and get referred to a specialist don't go to the E.R. they only treat and street people they don't help if it is not a life or death situation
thank you very worried grand ma
Granddaughter is teething she also developed twitching of her head dr says its the pressure has anyone heard?
I'd make an appointment with a neurologist just to be on the safe side.
Mention the family history to the doctor. They should take it VERY seriously if they know.
NO, I've never heard of that either.
Reply:Teething does cause sinus discomfort and she may be feeling it in her ears. The doctor can check her ears for fluid build up. Since there is family history of epilepsy you are right not to ignore it and I don't blame you for being worried.
Reply:get a second opinion right away, if it is something serious it better to catch it now, go to a doctors office and get referred to a specialist don't go to the E.R. they only treat and street people they don't help if it is not a life or death situation
Teething already?
What are signs of teething with babys i have a 4 1/2 month old baby and latley she has been chewing on her fingers really hard and has been getting up about three 0 clock in the morning when she usally sleeps through the night. Is this the start of teething.
Teething already?
she could be teething. my kids started doing that around the same time. get her a cold washcloth or a teething ring. good luck!
Reply:Probably, lots of babies already have teeth at 4 monthes. Mine did.
Reply:Yup, that is probably it. You may not be able to see or feel any teeth in there for like a month or so, it takes a while. but that is what my son did.
Reply:teething symtoms can come and go even before a tooth comes. If you are first time mom it is hard to tell. I did not tell until I say a white spot on the gum line. If she will let you stick your finger in there and feel around. She most likely is some baies start teething earlier than others.
Reply:i would say yes from the info your giving. you can help with the itchy gums by taking a face cloth, wetting it, and sticking it in the freezer. after it is frozen (not solid) give it to baby. the cold and texture of cloth will make her feel better. also, you can check her gums to see how she is doing by looking for any white on the gums or bumps on the front of her gums (that will be her teeth coming up) on the bottom they always seem to come first. good luck if she is teething you are just in the beginning of a lot of sleep interrupted nights.
Reply:It very likely is teething. However, she may not get her teeth for some time yet. My little one started "chewing" at 5 months and just got her first 2 teeth at 14 months. If it seems to be bothering her, ask your pediatrician about giving her a little Tylenol at night.
Reply:My son was 4 months when his first tooth came in (bottom front right).
Good luck!
Reply:Yup! Our youngest got her first teeth at 4 months (on the bottom jaw) She didn't get the third tooth until 6 months though.
Teething already?
she could be teething. my kids started doing that around the same time. get her a cold washcloth or a teething ring. good luck!
Reply:Probably, lots of babies already have teeth at 4 monthes. Mine did.
Reply:Yup, that is probably it. You may not be able to see or feel any teeth in there for like a month or so, it takes a while. but that is what my son did.
Reply:teething symtoms can come and go even before a tooth comes. If you are first time mom it is hard to tell. I did not tell until I say a white spot on the gum line. If she will let you stick your finger in there and feel around. She most likely is some baies start teething earlier than others.
Reply:i would say yes from the info your giving. you can help with the itchy gums by taking a face cloth, wetting it, and sticking it in the freezer. after it is frozen (not solid) give it to baby. the cold and texture of cloth will make her feel better. also, you can check her gums to see how she is doing by looking for any white on the gums or bumps on the front of her gums (that will be her teeth coming up) on the bottom they always seem to come first. good luck if she is teething you are just in the beginning of a lot of sleep interrupted nights.
Reply:It very likely is teething. However, she may not get her teeth for some time yet. My little one started "chewing" at 5 months and just got her first 2 teeth at 14 months. If it seems to be bothering her, ask your pediatrician about giving her a little Tylenol at night.
Reply:My son was 4 months when his first tooth came in (bottom front right).
Good luck!
Reply:Yup! Our youngest got her first teeth at 4 months (on the bottom jaw) She didn't get the third tooth until 6 months though.
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