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Why won't a baby eat when teething?

⚡ Short answer: During teething, gums become sensitive, swell, and sometimes become mildly painful.

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why won't a baby eat when teething?

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During teething, gums become sensitive, swell, and sometimes become mildly painful. This is why babies often refuse foods you hand-feed or give by spoon — chewing and sucking create pressure that makes the soreness worse. Extra drooling, swollen gums, and mild fever can also lower appetite.

During this time, cool, soft, smooth foods (like chilled yogurt, mashed fruit at room temperature, soft soup) are usually easier to tolerate. Offering a cool teething toy (refrigerated, not frozen hard) right before meals can numb the gums and make eating easier.

If poor appetite continues 3-4 days after the tooth comes in, or if there's high fever, rash, or weight loss along with it, the cause might not be teething — check with your child's doctor.

⚕️ 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.

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