First published: 22 October 2021 @ 6:00 pm
Teething is a common occurrence for all children. During this time, babies often suffer from some discomfort or pain when their baby’s teeth are coming in. Teething can cause irritation to your baby’s gums, which is the tissue that lines the inside of your baby’s mouth.
There are many reasons why your child may be uncomfortable during teething. This can be caused by poor hygiene, environmental factors, or food sensitivities. However, there are ways to make your child comfortable while teething.
This article will discuss some tips to make your child comfortable during teething. It will also discuss some common teething symptoms that may indicate the need for more information or a visit to your doctor.
When Does Teething Typically Start?
Teething symptoms typically start when your baby’s baby teeth start to come in. This typically happens around 6 months, although it can happen at any time. Teething symptoms can start a few days after the tooth starts to come in or a few weeks after the tooth has come in.
How Long Does Baby Teething Last, What are the Symptoms??
The symptoms of teething usually end when your baby’s last tooth has come in. The symptoms can be mild or severe, depending on the severity of the pain and their reaction to it.
The following are some of the most common teething symptoms:
Sore gums:
Your child may be more likely to experience sore gums when their teeth are coming in. Sore gums can be caused by rubbing, biting, or scratching the gums. This is the most common teething symptom and is often accompanied by a runny nose and some congestion.
Difficulty chewing:
When your child has difficulty chewing, it can be hard for them to get the food they need. This can make it harder for them to eat or even drink water. If your child is having trouble chewing, they may not be able to eat or drink enough to keep up with their body’s needs.
Drooling:
Children may have a lot of drool while teething. This is because their saliva glands are being stimulated by the teeth coming in.
Excessive crying:
Children may be very upset while teething. This is because they are in pain and uncomfortable. This can make it hard for them to get the rest they need.
Fever:
Children may also have a fever while teething. This is usually caused by their gums being irritated. A fever can also be caused by an infection.
Baby teething usually lasts between 4 and 6 weeks. However, it can last longer or shorter depending on the severity of the symptoms. When the tooth is fully in, the symptoms will typically stop.
How to Soothe a Teething Baby
If your child is experiencing some discomfort while teething, there are some things you can do to make them more comfortable. Some of these include:
Treat Your Baby’s Teething Pain With Teething Rings
You can treat your baby’s teething pain by giving them a teething ring. These are usually made of rubber and are designed to help ease the pain your child is experiencing.
They are usually filled with some type of analgesic, such as lavender oil or coconut oil. You can also give your child a small amount of teething gel, which is available at most drug stores.
The other option is to simply rub your baby’s gums with a clean washcloth or warm washcloth. You can do this by placing the washcloth over your baby’s mouth and then rubbing it back and forth on their gums.
If you have someone to help you do this, it may be helpful to have them hold the washcloth in place while you rub it on your baby’s gums.
Give Your Baby Something Cool to Chew On
Another thing you can do to make your child more comfortable during teething is give them something cool to chew on. This will help reduce the amount of pain your child is experiencing.
If you don’t have anything cool to give your child, you can try giving them a teething ring or gel, but make sure to use something that is not too cold.
It may be more comfortable for your child if they are not freezing their gums. This will provide relief from their discomfort while still allowing them to get something into their mouths that they can chew on.
Make Sure Your Baby Gets Enough Water
It is important that your child drinks enough water throughout the day. This will help to hydrate your baby’s body and will also help to wash away any harmful bacteria that may be present in their mouth.
Feed Your Baby Soft Food
Another thing you can do to make your child more comfortable during teething is to feed them soft, cool foods. You can also prepare milk for your child to drink, if you are breastfeeding.
However, if you are not breastfeeding, you can get them warm milk or formula. Milk is also a great way to soothe your child during teething.
Pay Attention to Dental Care
If your child is experiencing some discomfort while teething, it is important that you pay attention to their dental care. Your baby’s teeth are constantly growing throughout their life.
This process occurs naturally and will continue until your child reaches 18 years of age. During this time, your baby’s teeth may come in unevenly, which can cause them some discomfort.
Dental care is important for your baby’s teeth. This will help to prevent any future dental problems. Your child will need to visit the dentist regularly, at least once a year, until they are old enough to go to the dentist on their own.
Which Foods are Best When They are Teething?
When your baby is teething, you should give them foods that are easy to chew. As mentioned, they may have sore gums when they are teething.
This is because the gums are more sensitive when they are teething. Therefore, they may be uncomfortable when they chew on certain foods. You can use mesh feeders to make sure that they can easily chew on their food.
There are certain foods that are best for your baby when they are teething. These foods include soft fruits, breads, meats, and infant cereals. Avoid solid foods such as hot dogs, jerky, and canned foods. These can be too hard for your them to chew.
