All babies are different when it comes to teething but your little one will probably get their first tooth before they turn 1 year old. Check the symptoms so you will know what to expect when your baby starts to show signs that a tooth is on its way and find the best treatment to relieve sore and sensitive gums.
When do babies start teething?
Babies can be born with their first teeth (also known as natal teeth) but this is relatively rare.
Some babies start teething before they are 4 months old while others after they are 12 months old. It is common for babies to start teething around 6 months old.
Teething Symptoms
Baby teeth can sometimes come through without causing any discomfort. But others may experience pain that before a tooth comes through. You may notice the following signs:
- Your baby is dribbling more than usual which can also cause a rash around baby’s mouth, chin and chest
- Sore gums and red where a tooth is coming through
- Flushed cheeks
- They are biting and chewing on anything and everything
- Feeling grumpy and more irritable than usual
- They are rubbing their ear
- Loss of appetite
A mildly-raised temperature could also be a sign but it should not be over 38°C.
How to treat a teething baby
Teething toys and other remedies are available to help comfort your teething baby and relieve sore gums.
Teething toys
A fun, soft textured teething toy with bumps to soothe sore gums. Provides a hygienic approach to applying teething products directly to the source of pain. Dishwasher and cold water steriliser safe. A perfect training toothbrush to massage the gums.
Beautifully designed natural wood teether helps with baby’s grasping reflex and features teething beads safe for chewing. Can be washed with mild soap.
Made of non-toxic silicone, can be cooled in your fridge first, and then given to your child to soothe sore, swollen gums. The round ring is perfectly sized for little hands to grasp and manoeuvre. Easy to wash with soap and top-rack dishwasher safe
Silicone Teething Necklace designed to be worn by parents, giving babies something to grasp and chew on. Simple in design with fresh cute colours and features a splittable clasp making it easy to wear and take off. Can choose different designs to style with mother’s outfit. Easy to clean.
These stylish dribble bibs are made of absorbent cotton on the front and super soft fleece on the back that keeps your baby completely dry even with the drooliest of babies. Perfect for teething babies. Machine Washable. Adjustable straps (4 pack set). Unisex Grey and White.
Teething Remedy
The bio-adhesive gel rapidly builds an invisible film which helps to protect from discomfort and pain associated with teething. Soft applicator gently massages gums, so no need to use fingers. Contains soothing aloe vera. Suitable for infants aged 3 months+
Once your baby’s teeth start popping through you will need to register your little one with a dentist. Start brushing your baby’s teeth with fluoride toothpaste as soon as their first tooth comes through.
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