Avoid this: Alcohol has the same effect on babies as it has on adults. It can cause a burning sensation. Also, some people may put the wrong type of alcohol on the gums, said Dr. Warren Lee, head of General and Ambulatory Pediatrics Service at KK Women's and Children's Hospital.
While whiskey, wine and brandy are made from ethanol and are fit for human consumption, rubbing alcohol and methylated spirits contain methyl alcohol which can cause blindness and is not for human consumption, he said.
The Alternatives: Offer the baby something to bite on, such as a teething ring which can help relieve the pain.
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
0 comments:
Post a Comment