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Ellie Hutchings

This is the real reason why babies put everything in their mouth, according to an expert (and no, it's not just because they're teething)

A close up of a baby with teething rings in its mouth.

A new survey has revealed the top items babies love to put in their mouths - but the reason why they do it might surprise you...

Parents out there will know that pretty much as soon as they are able to, babies will want to put anything and everything in their mouth. You might be wondering whether this means it's time to think about how to start weaning, or whether you should try baby-led weaning (armed with one of the best baby food makers). Or perhaps it could be teething - in which can you might want to look at some of these sensory toys for six-year-olds. But in reality, the reason why your baby is desperate to get their jaws around your phone is very different.

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