When it comes to the teething process is complicated, not all children develop at the same time, and during this time our little one get’s very irritable and uncomfortable. But don’t worry I have good tips for you about your baby teething problems. Here I will explain the most important things you should know to make it all easier for you and your baby, also some proven remedies to soothe sore gums.
First things first, here are some facts about the baby teething process.
You should start cleaning your baby’s teeth as soon as you see the first sign of a tooth erupting through the gums, this usually happens between 5-9 months of age.
Its very important to keep your baby gums clean and for that, you can use a soft moist cloth and gently rub this over the gums. As soon as you think they would tolerate a toothbrush in their mouth, use a soft bristled and compact head toothbrush. A toothbrush should be changed regularly, around every 3 months.
How to know when the baby is getting a new teeth?
- Slightly inflamed, red gums that may have a lump.
- You may be able to see a white tooth bud under the gum.
- An increase in dribbling and biting down on fingers and other objects,
Irritability and/or signs of pain. - Slight increase in temperature, but no fever.
To relieve this discomfort you can use teething gel and allow your baby to suck/chew on a cold teething ring.
Remedies to soothe a teething baby sore gums.
If your teething baby seems uncomfortable, consider these simple tips:
- Rub your baby’s gums: Use a clean finger or moistened gauze pad to rub your baby’s gums. The pressure can ease your baby’s discomfort.
- Keep it cool: A cold washcloth, spoon or chilled teething ring can be soothing on a baby’s gums. Don’t give your baby a frozen teething ring.
- If you are breast-feeding, nursing is often a reliable way to give your baby some comfort, and teething time is no exception.
- If nothing helps and as the last resource to help your baby, consider trying an over-the-counter remedy: If your baby is especially cranky, acetaminophen or ibuprofen might be helpful.
Always check with the doctor before using any over the counter remedy, and/or stop if you see any unusual reaction.
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What toothpaste is recommended to use on babies?
Start your little one on fluoride-free infant and toddler toothpaste. Then when your dentist recommends or when your child is around two years old, you can try switching to a fluoride toothpaste. Is always recommended to check with the doctor first before transitioning.
Why is important to look after their baby teeth, if they will fall out anyway?
There are many reasons why it is important to maintain healthy ‘first’ teeth, even though they will fall out anyways. Without them, your baby speech will be affected, and they would be unable to eat a healthy variety of foods. First teeth also keep the spaces correct for when their second teeth (adult teeth) descend.
Tips to create a fun routine for your child while brushing his teeth!
It is difficult to maintain a routine when it is boring, especially for children. Forgetting or simply refusing to brush their teeth after a long day may be convenient under these circumstances.
Children adapt easily and tend to respond positively to routines, in fact, it is highly recommended to establish routines for different activities from very early ages, in order to encourage healthy habits in our children.
How can you create a fun routine for your little one so he actually enjoys brushing his teeth?
Check out these tips!
- Find your child’s favorite music, and start dancing with him for at least 2 minutes.
- You can use also brushing apps or brushing fun videos for them to watch while they are brushing.
- You could try to read a short book, about 2 minutes for them to focus on something else.
- Implement a reward system, like doing what he likes the most after brushing his teeth, that can be, reading his/her favorite bedtime story etc.
- You can get as creative as you want, as long as you are reinforcing good brushing habits.
When should I first visit the Dentist with my child?
As soon as the baby’s first tooth comes through, or when the child is 1 year old, whichever comes first. Ideally, it would be around the time of their first birthday, and definitely before they turn 3. At this visit, the Dentist will assess the alignment of your child’s jaw, check any teeth that are already through for signs of decay and offer you some guidance on how to best care for their teeth.
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Tips to make the first experience at the dentist stress free.
Prepare your child for a visit to the Dentist by reading books about the Dentist or role-playing the “Dentist game” with teddy or dolls. Explain how some Dentists like to wear masks over their mouths. Also teach your child how to open their mouth wide like a frog so that the Dentist can have a look inside. Remember not to use any negative words when talking about the visit like “scared”, “needle”, “hurt” or “drill”. These tend to turn adults off as well so imagine how much they scare kids.
What foods should I avoid to keep my child’s teeth healthy?
Avoid any foods that are high in sugar, especially those that are held in the mouth for a long time, for example, sweets, candy, and also soft drinks and juices.
Keep in mind Teething can usually be handled at home however contact the doctor if your baby develops a fever, seems particularly uncomfortable, or has other signs or symptoms of illness that could be unrelated to the teething.
In conclusion about baby teething.
This process of baby teething is not pleasant fort you, but mainly for your baby. Therefore, try to be patient and give lots of love to your baby, he/she really needs you right now. This is the end of this post, I hope you enjoy it. Don’t forget to check the other categories on my blog for Mom/women Health and week by week pregnancy ultrasounds. As always thanks for visiting and I’ll see you next time.
Zadi, XO
So, interestingly enough, my sweet little granddaughter had fallen into some steps at her grandmother’s house and eventually had one of her incisors turn gray and it had to be pulled. She was a really trooper through the whole process… Now, she is a snaggletooth! ;-)))
Oh poor her , she is going to be ok though
Oh yes! The tooth was pulled a few months ago. She’s just doing her cute thing without that one! Ha
babies go through so many stages in their development, the information is interesting