Patient's question:
The baby is three months old and frequently drools. What should I do? What's going on?Doctor's answer:
As the baby grows and their oral functions improve, this drooling phenomenon will naturally subside on its own, so treatment is generally not necessary. You can frequently wipe the areas where drool has fallen with warm water and apply moisturizer or oil-based products to protect the baby's delicate skin. The baby's clothes should also be changed regularly to prevent bacterial growth. Pillows, bedding, and other items should be washed and sun-dried frequently to kill germs in the sun. If you want to reduce the number of laundry loads, consider giving the baby a bib to prevent drool from soiling their clothes. In fact, mothers can also make simple bibs themselves. However, choose soft, highly absorbent cotton products, and the bib should be changed and washed frequently to maintain cleanliness and dryness.