What happens if baby eats crayon

Discourage your child from eating additional foreign objects, especially the little tots who are teething and wanting to put almost everything in their mouths! View all posts by Cherilyn Cecchini, MD. Skip to content. Published by Cherilyn Cecchini, MD. Previous Previous post: If you think all baby food is the same, think again. Loading Comments Honestly, before you start to google every symptom of crayon-poisoning, you should know that every parent has been there before.

Babies and toddlers are simply notorious for putting absolutely everything into their mouths. Think of their mouths as a third hand. They can feel all sorts of textures in their mouth and it provides great sensory input that they are seeking.

No company wants to create a product that is inherently dangerous for their target audience to use, and no consumer would ever buy it. Nearly all crayons marketed towards children are non-toxic and will have it marked on their label. If they do not provide a list of ingredients on the box, you can research the product online to find out what is in the crayon. A post shared by Donnies Diary donniesdiary Most non-toxic crayons are made with wax and color pigments.

Several poison control centers report that you will probably not need to seek any medical help unless your toddler shows worrying symptoms such as vomiting, diarrhea, rashes, or difficulty breathing. Give water and small snacks to help reduce taste and upset stomach.

If choking or difficulty breathing, seek immediate help and call On skin? If skin irritation occurs, wash affected area with soap and water. If it does not subside, call the Poison Control Center at In eyes?

Flush eyes with water for at least 15 minutes. If eye irritation persists, call the poison control center at Remove the child from exposure and get fresh air. If irritation persists, call the Poison Control Center at