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or on the move (another case for sit-down meals and snacks).
Plus, the calmer you are, the faster your child will calm down.
Avoid pulling the lip after that to check out the damage that will start the bleeding again.
The longer your child sits (relatively) still for treatment, the sooner the bleeding will stop.
Anything salty, spicy or acidic like orange juice may sting.
If the cut is inside the mouth, a softer-than-usual diet may also be less likely to irritate him.
Popsicles will continue to be a soothing treat.