Nobody hands you a guide on how your baby’s mouth is supposed to develop, and if this is your first kiddo, you may not even know at what age their first tooth should pop into their mouth. Fortunately, that’s what professionals are for! Around four to seven months old, they’ll likely begin teething. This will signify that their teeth are beginning to come through the gum line. Read on to learn what to look out for as your baby starts to teethe.

Pacifier use and thumb-sucking are two completely natural habits that kids develop to help them feel comforted and safe. However, once they get to a certain age, it can start to impact the way their mouth forms, causing a variety of issues that they’ll need to deal with as they get older. Read on to learn about how you can discourage older children to stop thumb-sucking, and what issues can result as they age if they continue this habit.