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on 9/5/2006 Fill a baby feeder with frozen peas and let them chew on that. You can find feeders at WalMart or Target. The feeder is a little mesh bag you can put solids into for baby to eat and not choke on. It works great and will give you a moments peace.
on 2/21/2006 Comfort you're baby, they feel less pain when they are relaxed and comfortable.
on 12/8/2005 Give your child a Popsicle in a cup and as the pop melts while he eats it, it will soothe his gums.
on 11/22/2005 Give your child a baby-size tooth brush to chew on. My daughter is learning to brush her teeth early, and it sooths her gums at the same time. You can find baby toothbrushes with rounded handles, this will prevent them from being able to get it too far down their throat. We usually do this during bath time. Baths are always a fun distraction. Good luck all :)
on 11/22/2005 Young babies like to chew and suck on a frozen carrot when their first teeth come in. The flavor keeps them interested and the cold numbs the pain. Take it away when it gets soft to avoid choking.
on 11/22/2005 Place a wet washcloth in the freezer for a couple of hours. Run cold water on the washcloth to thaw. Use the washcloth on your teething baby's gums. It stays colder longer, and does not damage the baby's skin or gum tissue.
on 11/22/2005 Frozen waffles are a good "chew toy" for teething babies. Gives them something to rub their gums against. As they thaw, they just get mushy, so they can't choke on them.
on 11/22/2005 Fill a sipper cup with ice water and let them dip their hands or a teething toy into it. This will not only help with the teething pain, but will also give them something to keep their mind off the pain.
on 10/21/2007 Don't use frozen teething rings. Because it can caused the babies lips to become frozen, and damage the skin on there lips and chin area. Instead use one that you store in the refrigrator its cool enough to work just as well but without causing damage.
on 11/22/2005 Try a frozen freezer pop. They like playing with them.(Trim the sharp edges first!)
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