Seeing my little one suffer without knowing how to help him often made me feel helpless. Swollen gums, red cheeks, crying… It’s hard to stay calm when your baby is going through such an uncomfortable phase. Between the shortened nights and the more agitated days, I know how trying this period can be.
But I assure you, you are not alone in this adventure!
In this article, I will share with you tips to relieve teething naturally with Béké-Bobo. I have found gentle and effective solutions such as the therapeutic teddy bear, absorbent bibs and washcloths, which can really make a difference. You deserve to feel supported and well equipped to accompany your baby in this stage!
Using Chilled Teethers to Relieve Teething Naturally
Chilled teething toys are a magical way to relieve your baby's pain when teething. The cold soothes sore gums and helps calm discomfort, allowing your baby to relax a little more.
Mom's tip: If you don't have any teething toys on hand, no worries! Here's an easy tip: take a Béké-Bobo towel and soak the bear's ears in water. Then put the washcloth in the freezer and let it cool. The soft, cold little ears will become effective homemade teething toys to relieve sore gums!
Massaging baby's gums
Gum massage is a great way to soothe your baby when they are in pain from teething. With clean hands, simply massage your baby's gums gently with your finger. This simple gesture can really make a big difference in reducing pressure and discomfort.
You can also use our washcloths soaked in cold water. They are very soft and easy to use, perfect for making the massage even more pleasant for baby.
Offer cold foods to relieve teething pain
Cold foods can also be a good option to soothe your baby during teething. Pieces of fresh fruit, such as chilled bananas or cucumbers, can help soothe gums while providing a healthy snack. It's simple, but often effective!
To make it even more practical, there are useful accessories, such as pacifiers with small holes. You can slip a piece of cold food into them, and baby can chew on the silicone while savoring the taste and enjoying the relief that the cold provides. It's a perfect two-in-one to calm baby while introducing him to food!
Using the Béké-Bobo therapeutic bear
The Béké-Bobo therapeutic bear is a real ally to relieve baby during teething. Our bear contains a patented blend of organic cereal seeds, which once cooled, releases a slight moisture that helps soothe inflamed cheeks. Its anti-inflammatory action works wonders to quickly reduce pain and baby will feel better in no time!
For teething, simply place the bear in the freezer in a plastic bag for 2 hours, remove it from the plastic bag, then gently apply it to baby's cheeks. If he has a fever, the bear can also be used to gently cool him down. (The plastic bag is a mom's trick so that the bear doesn't absorb the smell of food!)
Encourage the sucking motion
Sucking can be really soothing for baby during teething. Whether breastfeeding or with a pacifier, this movement helps relieve pressure on the gums and baby generally feels calmer. In addition to the soothing effect on pain, there is also the enormous comfort that comes from being close to mom.
Breastfeeding, in particular, provides a double dose of benefits: breast milk nourishes, while providing immediate relief thanks to sucking and the direct bond with mom. It's a sweet moment that helps baby get through teething with a little more serenity.
Teething can be a difficult time for babies and their parents, but with a little patience and the right tools, it is possible to bring comfort to your little one. The important thing is to accompany baby gently, finding what feels best for him. Every little soothing gesture helps make this stage more bearable!
– By Laurence, Béké-Bobo collaborator
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