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๐Ÿฆท TeethingOrSick Teething or sick?
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Answer a few quick questions and we'll tell you if it's teething, something to watch, or time to call the doctor.
Your baby
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โ€น Teething or Sick?
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Does your baby have a fever?
Teething can cause a very slight temp rise, but NOT a true fever over 100.4ยฐF.
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No feverTemp feels normal
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Slightly warmUnder 100.4ยฐF / 38ยฐC
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True fever100.4ยฐF / 38ยฐC or higher
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How fussy is your baby?
Teething babies are uncomfortable but generally consolable with distraction or cuddles.
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Mildly fussyMore clingy, some whining
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Pretty fussyHard to soothe, crying more than usual
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InconsolableCan't be soothed, high-pitched crying
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Any extra drooling or chewing?
Excess drool and chewing on everything are the most classic teething signs.
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Yes, tons of droolChewing on hands, toys, anything
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A little more than usualSome drool, occasional chewing
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Not reallyNo extra drool or chewing noticed
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Is your baby pulling at their ears?
Ear pulling can mean an ear infection. Teething may also cause jaw pain that radiates to the ear.
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Not at allNo ear tugging behavior
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OccasionallySome ear touching here and there
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Frequently pullingConstant tugging, especially one side
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Any runny nose or congestion?
Mild clear runny nose can come with teething. Thick yellow or green mucus usually means illness.
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No runny noseClear and dry
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Clear, watery dripThin and colorless
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Yellow or green mucusThick, colored discharge
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Any rash on the body?
Drool rash around the mouth is normal with teething. A body rash or spots may indicate something else.
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No rashSkin looks normal
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Red around mouth/chin onlyDrool rash โ€” very normal with teething
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Rash on body or spotsWidespread rash, bumps, or red spots
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Any tummy troubles?
Teething does NOT directly cause diarrhea or vomiting โ€” these usually mean illness.
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Digestion seems normalNo changes in poop or vomiting
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Slightly loose stoolsA bit softer than usual
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Diarrhea or vomitingWatery stools or throwing up
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How is your baby eating?
Sore gums can make feeding uncomfortable, but total refusal is a bigger red flag.
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Eating normallyNo change in appetite
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Eating a bit lessFussier at meals, reduced appetite
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Refusing to eatWon't nurse, bottle feed, or take solids
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How is sleep going?
Teething commonly disrupts sleep โ€” especially at night when there are no distractions.
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Sleeping normallyNo real change in sleep patterns
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More wake-ups than usualRestless, waking more at night
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Barely sleepingUp most of the night, can't settle
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๐Ÿฆท Likely Teething! Rafi's symptoms point to classic teething
๐Ÿ“‹ What we found
๐Ÿ’ก What to try right now
๐ŸงŠCold teetherNumbs sore gums
๐Ÿ’ŠBaby MotrinBest for pain relief
๐Ÿ–๏ธGum massageClean finger pressure
๐Ÿฅ•Cold foodsChilled purees or snacks
๐Ÿค—Extra cuddlesComfort goes a long way
๐Ÿ›Warm bathSoothes and distracts
๐Ÿ›’ Top-rated products
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Sophie la Girafe TeetherPediatrician recommended ยท easy to grip
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Comotomo Silicone TeetherFreezer safe ยท soft on sore gums
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Children's MotrinMost effective OTC pain relief
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Drool Bibs 10-PackSoft, absorbent ยท keeps baby dry
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๐Ÿ“ž Call your pediatrician if...
Fever reaches 100.4ยฐF / 38ยฐC or higher
Symptoms last more than a few days
Diarrhea, vomiting, or body rash appears
Baby seems in significant or worsening pain
TeethingOrSick is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your pediatrician with any concerns about your child's health.
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๐Ÿฆท My Baby's Teeth Tap any tooth to update its status
4In โœ“
1Cutting
15To go
Upper jaw
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โ€” GUM LINE โ€”
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Lower jaw
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๐Ÿ“… Teething timeline
6โ€“10 mo
Bottom central incisors
2 teeth ยท usually first
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8โ€“12 mo
Top central incisors
2 teeth
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9โ€“13 mo
Top lateral incisors
2 teeth ยท coming soon!
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10โ€“16 mo
Bottom lateral incisors
2 teeth
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13โ€“19 mo
First molars
4 teeth ยท often the toughest
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16โ€“23 mo
Canines (cuspids)
4 teeth
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23โ€“33 mo
Second molars
4 teeth ยท final baby teeth
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Tooth eruption timing varies widely between babies. These ranges are averages โ€” don't worry if your baby is ahead or behind!
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