Ear Pulling

Babies have a lot of territory to conquer and some of it on their own bodies. The finger, hand, toes, feet, penis, vagina, and another curious appendage, the ear, will all be subject of exploration sooner or later. If your baby’s pulling and tugging at his ear is not accompanied by crying or discomfort, fever and/or other signs of illness, it is very likely that it is not a symptom of an ear infection, but a manifestation of his curiosity. Some babies may also fuss with their ears when they are teething or tired. If your little one has redness on the outside of the ear it is not a sign of infection, it’s just a result of constant manipulation. Always  check with your doctor if you suspect a problem.

Peculiar mannerism such as ear pulling is common and fairly short lived. And each one is replaced by a newer and more exiting one when baby outgrows or grows tired of it.