Question
Three months ago, there was no such phenomenon. For the past three months, the baby has started to protrude its tongue, except during sleep and eating when this does not occur. The rest of the time, the tongue is sticking out of the mouth and curling upwards. What could be the cause, and how should it be handled?
Answer
Hello, tongue protrusion in babies is generally a normal phenomenon. Babies usually start to secrete saliva after two months, at which point they use their tongue to lick, leading to tongue protrusion. If the baby also has constipation, eats less, or is less active, it should be examined by a pediatrician.