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As a parent, it’s difficult to watch your babies navigate the teething stage. You want to help, but may be cautious about some options. Finding the best fit for teething pain relief for you and your little one can often be like looking for a needle in a haystack. Here are a few worry-free options.
Chamomilla, also known as Chamomile, is a plant that’s been used for centuries for its calming and soothing properties. For example, chamomile tea is widely used for its relaxing qualities.1 Homeopathic chamomile has been used for over two centuries to help relieve teething discomfort and heightened sensitivity linked to irritability. Overall, indications for homeopathic medicine have been determined experimentally and verified by years of empirical use by thousands of physicians.
In a 2018 observational, multicenter, prospective survey evaluating teething symptoms among nearly 200 French pediatricians, a homeopathic teething medicine with Chamomilla 9C was studied for its soothing properties. Results indicated that families and pediatricians in France frequently rely on homeopathic Chamomilla to help ease infant irritability during teething.2
There are other avenues to explore. For example, chilled teething rings not only numb the discomfort but also allow the baby to apply and relieve pressure on their gums. Just be sure to avoid liquid-filled teething rings, which could be harmful if the teething ring is punctured, or frozen ones, which may hurt your baby’s gums. Another option with the same benefits is to allow your baby to chew on a cold, damp washcloth.
There are lots of teething toys for infants; however, steer clear of teething necklaces made with beads or amber, which can present strangulation and choking hazards.
The homeopathic preparation of chamomile used in several teething medicines has been relied on by families around the world for decades for its calming relief, making products with this ingredient a top option for tired and concerned parents. Keeping your baby’s gums nice and cool is also beneficial as they go through this period.
Teething is uncomfortable, but the good news is that it’s temporary. By trying these treatments — and a few extra cuddles — your baby will do just fine, and so will you.
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