Question
A 9-month-old baby has recently started showing signs of grinding their teeth, clenching their hands, and making strange expressions, which last about 3 seconds each time. This behavior is particularly noticeable when the baby is excited, but they can quickly return to normal and show a smile after being amused. Some people believe this is the baby ‘accumulating energy’. Is this situation considered a normal phenomenon?
Answer
Hello, if a 9-month-old baby grinds their teeth, clenches their hands, and makes strange expressions, and can quickly return to normal and laugh after being amused, this may be due to the baby feeling discomfort in their gums during the teething process. This action helps to alleviate gum discomfort and promote the eruption and growth of teeth. It is recommended to frequently provide the baby with foods like apple slices, bread, and cake for chewing to rub the gums, reduce discomfort, and help with the normal development of teeth.