Signs of teething in an 18-month-old?
⚡ Short answer: Signs of teething in 18-month-olds (mild fever, fussiness, swollen gums, excessive drooling) can be soothed with a cold teething ring or gentle gum massage, and if fever goes above 38°C or symptoms last 3-4 days, check with your pediatrician.
Anonymous
18 aylık bebek annesi · Health
What are the signs of teething in an 18-month-old? What do you recommend?
Maiyko AI ADVISOR
The real reply from the in-app AI advisor
Signs of teething in an 18-month-old are usually pretty typical, but they show up differently in each baby. Most common: low-grade fever (below 38°C), fussiness, sleep disruption, excessive drooling, swollen and tender gums, a desire to chew on everything, and sometimes tugging at ears or cheeks.
Some babies also have red cheeks, reduced appetite, or loose stools.
What you can do:
- Gently massage the gums with your clean finger or a cold teething ring (this really helps)
- Offer a cold piece of carrot or cucumber (large enough to avoid choking, with supervision) for them to chew
- If fever goes above 38°C or fussiness is significant, check with your pediatrician — fevers from teething are usually mild and high fevers can indicate another infection
If symptoms last beyond 3-4 days, your baby refuses to eat, there's constant crying, or if you suspect an ear infection (tugging with a fever), definitely see your child's doctor — sometimes middle ear infections and other infections get missed when blamed on teething.
⚕️ Health note: This answer is for general information only; it is not medical advice. Every baby is different — for decisions about your baby's health, consult your pediatrician.
This answer is general — yours can be personal 🐦
In the app, Maiyko AI knows your baby's age and records and gives you a tailored answer. Coming soon to the App Store.