Question
My baby is one week old. The elderly person who is taking care of him gave him some food to eat at dinner time. I’m not sure if there are blisters in their mouth or if it has any cuts. Is it okay to feed the baby food that has been chewed by the elderly person? Is this a serious issue? Should we go to the hospital for a check-up?
Answer
Based on your description, it is not recommended to allow the elderly person to chew food for the child. This practice is very unhygienic. Even under normal circumstances, it is not advisable to feed the child food that has been chewed by an adult, especially if there are blisters in the mouth. If your child is currently fine, there is no need to go to the hospital. This is just a suggestion for your situation, and I hope it will be helpful to you. Wish you good health! For comprehensive pediatric issues, parents should pay close attention. Once the child becomes ill, it is important to take them to a specialized hospital for treatment and follow the doctor’s advice for treatment. Parents should observe their child’s symptoms closely and pay attention to their mental state. If the condition does not improve, it is important to recheck and adjust the medication as soon as possible. I hope your child will recover quickly!