Possibly,: He could be teething the lower incisors. Or, he may be just suckling if he doesn't use a pacifier. No real harm in this.
Answered 1/2/2013
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Possibly: Normally the first eruption of teeth occurs at six months but some happen later and some children are actually born with teeth. The constant gumming of his hands is a definite sign of teething.
Answered 10/5/2013
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One Possibility : He may be teething or just trying to find his thumb or finger. Try messaging his gums. See if you can feel a tooth ready to emerge. It will probably be in the front on the lower jaw. He may like it if you brush his gums with a soft bristle brush. If you can guide him to take a pacifier rather than a thumb or finger it will be better for his bite development. Ibuprofen usually works best for pain.
Answered 6/25/2014
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