Do you need a gel for gums with teething in babies?

After the birth of the long-awaited baby, the young parents, having survived the colic and gaining hope for the long-awaited night's sleep, face a new difficulty: the teeth begin to be cut. Some children experience this period quite calmly and without visible signs, but in most cases the child begins to be capricious. Because of the constant pain and swollen gums, the appetite decreases, the temperature may rise, indigestion begins , which causes great concern to moms and dads.

Than it is possible to help the kid? The choice of auxiliary tools is quite wide now. Many get a gel for gums with teething, which helps to relieve pain and soothes the child. Also there are special rubber rings-teethers. Some of them are filled with water for greater cooling. The teaser should be placed for a while in the refrigerator before giving the baby. After each use, the ring is washed with baby soap and thoroughly rinsed. Sterilize these products is not recommended, because at high temperatures the teethers can deform.

Gum for gums with teething teeth contains mainly menthol, lidocaine or benzocaine, possibly also the contents of various extracts of medicinal plants, such as chamomile, which remove inflammation and have wound healing effect. Using such a gel when teething, you should carefully read the composition and instructions, consult a pediatrician to avoid the occurrence of allergies and other undesirable consequences. Gel for gums with teething should be applied to the swollen area with clean hands, 3-4 times a day, the exception is homeopathic remedies that can be used more often. The application of the gel can be combined with a gentle massage of the gums - this will help to soothe the child.

Usually, when the first teeth are erupted , children have increased salivation, make sure that the chin is not wet, regularly wipe the saliva from the face of the baby with a clean dry napkin - this will relieve the rash on the face. After thoroughly wiping your face, it is better to apply a dry baby skin with a protective baby cream. Try to feed the baby, despite the lack of appetite. Replace solid foods such as cereals, liquid, give more puree from fruits and vegetables, yoghurts - this will not cause the child additional pain when eating. After eating, use gel for gums. When teething, also make sure that the child drinks a lot of liquid - water, compotes, decoctions, juices.

The most painful for children is often the appearance of the first teeth, Later the child experiences less discomfort, and you may not even notice a change in the mood of the baby when another tooth appears. However, this lasts for up to a year, and when root teeth begin to erupt, the pain is so strong that, most likely, you will again need a gum for gums with teething.

It does not matter whether you get a ring-teeter, use folk remedies or buy a gel, for children with teething is important care and attention of the mother, perhaps, only shaking the baby in his arms, you will calm him and help you survive this difficult period in his Life.