Teething Pain Tip #1 – Put that teething on ice. Plastic teething rings filled with liquid and frozen are good to try and stop baby teething pain. Or some parents will wet part of a clean washcloth and pop it in the freezer. The cold textured washcloth is a perfect balm to soothe baby teething. An ice cube wrapped inside a clean washcloth is another idea. Just be careful that the ice cube doesn’t slip out and choke the baby!

Teething Pain Tip #2 – Rub teething gel on the swollen gums. The answer to the “My baby is teething” cry for help can sometimes be solved by teething gel. This numbing agent can be rubbed on the swollen gums of the irritated baby’s gums and provide temporary relief. Be warned however that some babies hate the taste and may initially reject any efforts to rub it on the gums.

Teething Pain Tip #3 – Over the counter pain relievers can help the pain. Sometimes, over the counter pain relievers are needed to not only stop baby teething pain but to also give parents a break from the crying. Most parents hate to give any medications to their children, especially if they tend to spit it out. However, getting some rest is essential for both the parents and baby’s peace of mind. To soothe baby teething pain, parents will try almost anything to keep their babies comfortable. Be wary however of the answers you receive to your “My baby is teething” cry for help you may get from grandma. Some of the old time remedies like rubbing brandy or whiskey on the baby’s gums are not appropriate or healthy for a child. Parents should rely on their best judgment when soothing their baby’s teething.