Teething is a natural part of development for babies, and can cause a lot of discomfort. Symptoms include pain, drooling, and irritability, and is challenging for both baby and parents. It is good to have some strategies to deal with this process. Here are some tips to help get through this using natural methods.
Gentle Gum Pressure
Wash your hands thoroughly, and gently rub your baby’s gums to help ease pressure.
Chilled Teething Tools
Dampen a clean cloth, chill it and let your baby chew on it for comfort. There are also teething toys that can be chilled to help provide relief. Look for safe non-toxic teething rings or toys.
Comfort and Cuddling
Sometimes babies just need some extra comfort to feel soothed.
Breastfeeding or Bottle Feeding for Soothing
Soothe your baby with breastfeeding or bottle feeding. You can freeze breastmilk to offer a frozen item for relief.
Cold Foods for Older Babies
Older babies can get relief from cold foods. You can chill or freeze foods to provide some relief.
Support Better Sleep During Teething
Try to maximize the amount of sleep your child gets while teething. This process can be exhausting and
Avoid Harsh Teething Products
Be careful choosing teething products. Make sure that they are made from safe materials, and that wood teething toys have safe coatings.
Natural Remedies
There are some over the counter natural remedies for teething. Always do your research and check with your pediatrician before using.
