Question
Why does my baby keep putting things in their mouth as soon as they get hold of something, grabbing everything with their tiny hands? What should I do when my baby likes to put things in their mouth?
Answer
The baby might be teething. Generally, babies start teething around 6 months old, but it can also occur as early as 3 months or as late as 1 year. When a baby is teething, the gums become painful and itchy. At this time, the baby will enjoy biting on objects of a certain hardness. By putting things they can grab into their mouth and chewing on them, they are trying to alleviate the discomfort of the gums.