Relieving teething pain

Teething pain is an ordeal for our little ones, but also for us as parents. Watching your child suffer and be grumpy all day long is truly no fun at all. Several solutions exist to help soothe a baby's sore gums. Whilst none of them are miracle cures, they can still prove to be a great help.

Teething pain

Teething in babies generally begins between 4 and 7 months and continues on average until around age 3. The emergence of new teeth is often accompanied by significant discomfort and symptoms that can be difficult to ease. There are, however, a few solutions to help relieve them.

How to soothe teething pain?

- A teething ring: there are hundreds of different models available. Shape, colour, material — everything is designed to help your little one soothe their inflamed gums. We recommend teething toys that can be placed in the fridge to enhance the soothing effect.

- A marshmallow root stick: a simple root with soothing properties for your child's gums. They can chew on it to help their first teeth come through.

- An amber teething necklace: this necklace is said to help ease teething pain. Make sure to choose a close-fitting, certified amber necklace.

- Teething gels and soothing oils: ideally, choose an organic and natural option. These are generally very effective and bring quick relief to baby.

- Homoeopathy: homoeopathic granules can be excellent as a complement to a teething toy or other remedy. Ask your homoeopathic doctor for advice so they can guide you in the right direction.

There are certainly many other ways to soothe a baby through teething. Some solutions may work better for one baby than another, and it can sometimes take trying out many different products and remedies before you find what brings your little one relief.