How to help infant teething pain?

Teething is when babies turn into little monsters who want to chew on literally everything, including your fingers! We used to give our kids clean, chilled washcloths to chew on. Hang in there, it's just a phase and your fingers will survive.

If the baby has started solids, offering cold mashed banana or chilled apple puree (if allowed by your doctor) can be a tasty way to soothe their hot gums. Just avoid any hard foods that could be a choking hazard.

My nephew was fussing a lot due to teething recently. My sister gave him a cold silicone teether to bite on, and it worked like a charm to soothe his gums. Definitely try keeping a few teethers in the fridge.

Our pediatrician strictly advised against using any teething gels containing benzocaine as they can be unsafe for infants. Instead, the doctor recommended rubbing the baby's gums gently with a clean finger or using solid, silicone teething rings cooled in the fridge (not freezer). Always check with your doctor before giving any medicine.

I hope your little one gets some relief from the teething pain soon. Giving them lots of cuddles and keeping their face dry from drool can help comfort them. Take care.