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A member asked:

My son is almost two month old, he often shows his tongue, and when he sleeps you can see his tongue as well. why is it so? should i worry?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Normal: Lots of babies do this. Don't worry about it so long as he is drinking his mild well, growing well, and acting as if he is well.

Dr Davantzis and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/30/2018

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My youngest son: did this also. His grandmother was sure something was wrong. No worries, they out grow it with no ill effects.

Answered 1/5/2019

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