Why does my four-month-old baby suck his lower lip?

After the baby becomes conscious, he will make some small movements. Whenever parents see these small movements, they are very pleased, and they feel that all the efforts over the past few months have not been wasted. It’s just that some babies’ little movements are not normal and are very different from other babies. For example, some babies like to suck their lower lips, which results in swelling of their lower lips. So, what is the matter with a four-month-old baby sucking his lower lip?

It is normal for babies to suck their lips. They will have different facial expressions at different ages. When the baby grows up and learns other movements, the lip sucking will gradually fade away. When the baby sucks his lips, you can tease him with toys to distract his attention, which will also alleviate this symptom. In addition, when the baby's gums are itchy and painful during teething, they may also suck their lips. If it is teething, you can give the baby a teething biscuit and let him chew on it, which can also relieve the symptoms of gum discomfort. Gradually you will forget about lip sucking.

What are the symptoms of a frightened baby?

Some babies are very sensitive to any sound when they are a few months old. They will be frightened by the slightest noise. Generally, babies will cry loudly after being frightened, and it is difficult to stop crying once they start. This usually happens in the middle of the night, which can easily cause parents to be unable to sleep well because the baby will keep crying because of the fright. Some babies may cry and have a fever after being frightened.

What to do if the baby is frightened

You can massage your baby's palms, soles of feet, arms, and the Baihui point on the head. Use gentle techniques to let your baby relax. If the baby is frightened, parents must comfort him better so that he can give the baby a better sense of security. Babies are a group that is easily frightened, so parents must avoid frightening their babies. If the situation is serious, it will affect the baby's development. Especially at night when it is quiet, parents should speak softly and not speak loudly to scare the baby.