Teething can be a difficult stage for both parents and babies.
Cutting a tooth is an important milestone for every baby, but the first few teeth are often the most painful. Parents will remember this as they try to comfort their little ones.
Your baby will want to gnaw and bite to relieve their painful gums. You might find your little one reaching for potentially dangerous household items, such as your hands and shoulders. Teething toys are a safe and effective alternative.
We’ve gathered the best products available to end those endless tears.
When to Use a Baby Teether
You might wonder when your baby will get their first set of teeth if you are a first-time father.
Most babies have their lower central incisors at ages 6-10. They then get their upper central incisors between 8-12 months.
Even if your baby is used to fussiness, it can be a new experience for you.
Most likely, you’ll notice some symptoms to let you know that your teeth are growing.
- Chew on items
- Crankiness and irritability
- Sore, swollen gums
- excessive drooling
Is fever a sign of a disease?
A common misconception is that teething can cause a fever in children. This is not supported by scientific evidence. If your child’s rectal temperature rises above 100.4degF (38degC), it could indicate that they are sick.
Most people believe teeth only need to be used for the first few teeth. However, molar eruptions can be extremely painful. Don’t be surprised to find your baby requires a second teether when their molars start to emerge at 13 months.
Safety toys and teething toys
There are many safe ways to relieve your baby’s pain from teething, but you should avoid some bad ones.
Make sure to inspect your dentures regularly.
Some teethers might not last the test of time, considering how much a baby can gnaw and bite.
You should always inspect the teether surface for tears and throw them away if they are found. Broken teeth can pose a danger to your baby’s health.
Do not freeze, Chill!
A cold toother can be very refreshing to a baby who is teething. Experts agree that it is better to chill your teethers in the refrigerator than freeze them. The reason is that if the teether freezes, it can become too hard and cause damage to your child’s gums. The toy’s durability can also be affected.
Avoid wearing jewelry that can be used to bite your teeth.
These are a very popular category, and parents love them. However, The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends avoiding them. Small beads and accessories on bracelets, anklets and teething necklaces can cause choking hazards.
Keep a bib handy
Drooling a baby is a common trait. This is especially true for those who are teething. All that saliva can cause skin irritations. Keep a bib handy for your baby’s teething. You can use Vaseline or Aquaphor as a barrier ointment to prevent your exterior skin from becoming irritated.
