Baby Teething: How To Relieve Painful Gums?

2023 Author: Lynn Laird | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-08-25 09:49

Teeth growth is one of the most painful times for babies. For some children this period passes without any problems, but for others it is very painful. The little ones growl and cry a lot more than usual and try to bite anything they touch. But what are the other symptoms to be aware of and how can you relieve pain caused by baby teething?

Baby teething: the clues to look out for

During their development, the teeth pierce the gums, which makes the process extremely painful and leads to irritation. Typically, this happens between 4 and 7 months. The lower teeth are usually the first to appear, followed by the upper ones. But besides excessive crying, there are other symptoms that indicate that your baby's teeth have started to grow:

• Excessive drooling.
• Red gums, cheeks, face.
• Irritation in the chin and lower lip.
• Sleep disturbed.
• Lack of appetite.
• The baby bites anything he finds and becomes more agitated.
• Slight increase in temperature.

Many parents believe that baby teething causes fever and diarrhea, but scientists have confirmed that these are not indications for teething. If your baby has a rectal temperature of 38 ° C or has diarrhea, see your doctor.

How to relieve sore gums?

If your baby is showing any of the symptoms listed above, consider taking natural methods before resorting to medication. Here are some ideas: Wash your hands well and rub your wet finger on the gums. The pressure can relieve sore gums. Alternatively, you can use a cold, but not frozen, spoon.

Use silicone teething rings instead of water-filled ones that cannot be sterilized. Leave the toy in the fridge so that it can cool down. The cold sensation will relieve your baby's pain.

Give the baby bread or crackers to chew on. You can also refrigerate a slice of bread. Fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables are also a good idea.

However, keep an eye on your child when they chew on bread, fruits and vegetables. Do not feed him raw carrot because there is a risk of choking.

What treatment to avoid?

Avoid over the counter remedies including homeopathic teething tablets. Laboratory analyzes have confirmed that some homeopathic products contain a large amount of the ingredient belladonna, which can cause seizures and difficulty breathing.

The other drugs to be banned are those containing benocaine or lidocaine. Both of these pain relievers can be harmful or even fatal to the baby.