Yes you baby is showing signs of teething. The first primary teeth usually erupts at 6 months of age but can occur early also. You baby will show discomfort due to pain, irritablility, crying, disruption of eating and sleeping habits, low-grade fever, and excessive drooling. Sometimes it can produce maternal discomfort during nursing during early stages.
Next Steps
You can use teething rings (BPA free and that can be sterilised) and medication for fever. Gently rub or massage the gums with one of your fingers or a cold cloth to help your babyâs discomfort..
Health Tips
Do not apply over the counter analgesic gels/ cream as it could be harmful to the baby due to excessive ingestion. Teething does not cause high fever, diarrhea or vomiting.