Although teething times vary based on the child, somewhere between three and twelve months your child’s teeth will make their grand, grumpy appearance. Classic signs and symptoms to look out for include:
- Drooling
- Chewing on solid objects
- Irritability or crankiness
- Sore or tender gums
- Rubbing - With a clean finger, or damp, clean washcloth, massage your baby’s gums. The pressure can ease your child’s discomfort.
- Teething Ring - Opt for one made of firm rubber. The liquid-filled kind may break under the pressure of your baby’s chewing.
- Keep it cool - A cold washcloth or chilled teething ring can also do the trick, just don’t give your baby a frozen teething ring, the contact with extreme cold may be harmful.
- Dry the drool - Excessive drooling is part of the teething process. In order to prevent skin irritation, keep a clean cloth nearby to dry your baby’s chin!
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