To the child 3 months, drool, what to do or make? Why does the baby drool?

Often from moms, babies can be heard: "My child is 3 months old, drooling so abundantly that I worry - is it normal? Do all babies like that? " Let's understand the reasons for this phenomenon, you need or should not you fight it? It also happens that the child is 2 months old, drooling in a continuous stream, and parents in confusion are sorting out possible options for their actions.

What is the reason for such a phenomenon as drooling?

Parents notice that their kids start to blow bubbles in the third month of life. Just in this period the salivary glands have already formed . Therefore, it is not at all surprising that your child (3 months) leaves a wet trace on clothes and toys. Drool runs over the chin because the baby does not know how to swallow them well. A young mother might think that there is too much moisture. Sometimes this process occurs earlier - when the child is 2 months old. Saliva dries at this age very often. And this is considered a normal physiological phenomenon. Just the glands of these babies formed earlier. And occasionally you can hear that even a month-old baby is drooling. Of course, this is not the norm, but every kid is individual. And if in addition to the fact that the slobbery of the child is strong, it does not bother anything else (the nose is breathing, drinking and eating milk as usual, etc.), then nothing should worry about.

Also, salivation is often associated with the eruption of the teeth, and this is correct. Certainly for three months it is too early, but as it was said before - each organism is individual. In this case, there is no reason to sound an alarm if your child is 3 months old (drooling with a stream), and his gums already swelled, indicating that the first tooth has erupted. In this case, the child can and pokapriznichat, and worse to eat. But if everything else is all right (normal stool, not elevated temperature), then you should not worry. When the teeth are pricked, the baby can be helped by giving him gnawing special rings or toys, and in case of severe soreness and anxiety, the baby should be lubricated with an anesthetic gel (Holisal, Kalgel, Kamistad gel, etc.)

Why do we need saliva?

This is often thought of by young parents, removing from the child another blouse. It turns out that the saliva for babies is more important than for adults.

First, it helps digestion, as it contains enzymes, which promotes better digestion and assimilation of food. And also saliva softens and liquefies food, promotes the formation of a food lump, which is especially important when the baby starts to try harder food.

Secondly, the saliva performs a protective function. It moistens the mucous membrane of the mouth, preventing it from drying out and cracking, and also has bactericidal properties (due to the substances contained in it - lysozyme, lactoferrin, mucin, etc.) These characteristics are especially important, because we all know how they like to pull babies In his mouth all in a row.

Thirdly, saliva performs a buffer role, because it is able to neutralize the alkaline and acidic compounds in the oral cavity. And it also has a mineralizing effect. In the saliva there are compounds of fluoride, phosphorus, calcium, which saturate the microelements with tooth enamel. But these functions will be important at a time when the child already has teeth.

How to care for a child with increased salivation?

If you have a child for 3 months (drooling abundantly), then you need to change clothes as needed. You can use children's breastbibs, then there will be no need for a continuous change of clothes. Also, if necessary, wipe the baby's face with sterile gauze or soft (this is important, because the child has very delicate skin) with a ironed handkerchief. In this case, pay special attention to regular washing of hands. Batting toys and baby ringlets, which he constantly takes in his mouth, is the direct duty of parents.

All these measures are aimed at ensuring that the baby does not have a rash, there are no "jam" (cracks in the corners of the mouth that can become inflamed) and maceration (this is when the skin on the child's face is irritated by the saliva and inflammation spots are formed).

If nevertheless you notice maceration or "galling", then in folk medicine they are recommended to grease with olive, sea-buckthorn, linseed oil. You can wipe several times a day with decoctions of herbs: calendula, chamomile, sage. And after the procedure it is necessary to get a face and mouth of the baby with a handkerchief. From pharmaceuticals, pediatricians recommend Bepanten. You can also lubricate with baby cream.

But now there are so many kids who are prone to allergies, that if there is an opportunity, it is better to consult a specialist.

Other causes of increased salivation in infants

One of the reasons is when stomatitis (inflammation of the mucous membrane) develops in the oral cavity. With such a disease in the tongue, gums, the sky is visible sores or white coating. Can be a high body temperature. Ulcers with stomatitis are very painful. Therefore, the child often refuses to breastfeed.

Another cause may be the onset of the disease, which occurred at the time when the baby is 2 months old (drooling abundantly). This can be a common ARI. Then the baby has a spout, he sneezes, is restless. Also, the temperature can be raised, the baby refuses to eat or drink.

The slobbery of the child and of helminthic infestation plentifully. Therefore, it is very important to follow the rules of personal hygiene. Usually increased salivation is observed at night. As a rule, traces remain on the pillow.

Also in infants, excessive salivation can be noted in diseases of the digestive system (enterocolitis, gastritis, hepatitis) and with certain neurological and mental diseases (for example, cerebral palsy, autism).

Let's summarize: when is it still necessary to see a doctor?

A trip to the pediatrician is inevitable if, in addition to the increased salivation in the child, the following symptoms are noted: high fever, unpleasant odor from the mouth, hyperemia (reddened) and swollen gums, rashes, white coating, wounds or pustules in the oral cavity. And parents should sound an alarm when the baby has severe diarrhea (diarrhea); If breathing is difficult with the nose, and the mouth is almost always open; If more saliva flows at night; If in the corners of the mouth formed "jam", which began to catch up.

It is better to consult

It is recommended to contact the clinic if the child has a tooth splitting, and at this point the gum is moderately hyperemic and swollen; 2-3 days the subfebrile (37-37,5) temperature keeps; A few days of mild diarrhea; If "zaedy" in the corners of the mouth for a long time do not cure.

This article will help young parents determine which physiological processes are the norm when their child is 3 months old. Drooling, and there are no other symptoms that would be worth worrying about? So, everything is in order. Stock up with napkins and "bibs." But if you are noted and other reasons listed in the article for salivation, try to get an appointment with a doctor. An experienced pediatrician will examine the child, consult the parents and, probably, prescribe the correct treatment. After all, do not take self-medication, even when it comes to the health of an adult. And our children are too expensive for us, therefore, at the first suspicion of any diseases (and even if there are any doubts) it is necessary to immediately contact a specialist.