How Can I Soothe My Teething Baby?

Do you practice to cuddle with your baby to give it comfort and a sense of security?

Do you occasionally wipe your baby's face (mouth, cheeks, and chin) to keep it as clean and dry as possible?

Do you apply a protective cream to the affected area to get rid of dry, cracked and sore skin?

Did you give your baby something to bite or chew on?

Do you know that you can cool or freeze teething toys?

Do you rub and massage your baby's gums with a clean finger for one to two minutes?

If your baby has a low grade fever, do you give it an age-appropriate pain medication with prior consultation with a pediatrician?

Based on your answers, there are a few more ways to soothe your teething baby. A teething baby drools excessively, which can cause a rash on its facial skin. The rash can occur around its mouth, on its cheeks, and chin. You should periodically wipe your baby's face to keep it as clean and dry as possible. You can also apply a protective cream to the affected area. You need to give your baby something to bite or chew on, as this will create the counter pressure that will actually relieve the pressure under its gums. Teething toys can be helpful, especially when chilled.

Based on your answers, you know a lot about how to soothe your teething baby. Your baby may be especially sensitive and nervous when teething. It would be good to cuddle with your baby for as long as possible to calm it down and give it a feeling of comfort. The pain from teething can spread to the cheek and ear, so your baby will nervously rub its cheek or pull its ear. You can help your baby by massaging its gums with a clean finger for a few minutes. If your baby has a low grade fever, you can give her an age-appropriate pain medication.