Hello everyone i am new to this group my name is Alley and have a 14month ols baby girl named kylie. Just this past week she was started shoving her whole hand down her mouth untill she starts to gag and will look like she is try to make herself throw up. She hasnt threw up ywt though idk why she is doing this or how to get her to stop. Has anyone else had this problem?

Hello Alexandra,

I think at this age your daughter is more than likely just trying to see what response she will get. Just like when they first start using utensils to eat with, drop the spoon on the floor to see how many times you will pick it up. I would just keep an eye on her so that if she does throw up, you are there to make sure she doesn't choke. Have her help you clean up any mess, and try not too give too much of a reaction. It may be one of those learning experiences. I hope this helps.

Thank you very much monica i have been watching her hopefully it go that far!

she's learning about her body... and will continue to do so in other ways. I wouldn't worry, just watch her incase she does make herself sick. I'd mention it to the doctor at her 18m appt., if it's still going on, just so they know.

As with everything in parenting, this too shall pass! Everything is a phase, be patient and I bet in a month or two you'll realize you've not seen her do it in a while.

Oh ok thank you rachel it probly will pass like other things did like her sucking her thumb thank god that didnt take lol!!