Seeing my little one suffer without knowing how to help them 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 shortened nights and 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 tips for naturally relieving teething with Béké-Bobo. I have found gentle and effective solutions like the therapeutic bear, absorbent bibs, and washcloths, which can truly make a difference. You deserve to feel supported and well-equipped to accompany your baby through this stage!
Using refrigerated teething toys to naturally relieve teething
Refrigerated teething toys are a magic trick to relieve your baby's pain when their teeth start to emerge. The cold soothes inflamed gums and helps calm discomfort, allowing your baby to relax a little more.
Mom's tip: If you don't have teething toys on hand, no worries! A simple trick: take a Béké-Bobo washcloth and dip 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 gum pain!
Massaging baby's gums
Gum massage is a great way to relieve your baby when they are suffering from teething. With clean hands, simply gently massage your baby's gums with a finger. This simple gesture can truly make a big difference by 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.
Offering cold foods to relieve teething
Cold foods can also be a good option to relieve your baby during teething. Pieces of fresh fruit, like well-chilled bananas or cucumbers, can help soothe gums while offering a healthy little snack. It's simple, but often effective!
To make all this even more practical, there are useful accessories, such as pacifiers with small holes. You can insert a piece of cold food into them, and your baby can chew on the silicone while enjoying the taste and the relief that the cold provides. It's an ideal two-in-one to calm your baby while introducing them to new foods!
Using the Béké-Bobo therapeutic bear
The Béké-Bobo therapeutic bear is a true ally for relieving your baby during teething. Our bear contains a patented blend of organic cereal grains, which, once cooled, releases a slight moisture that helps soothe inflamed cheeks. Its anti-inflammatory action works wonders to quickly reduce pain and your 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, and then gently apply it to your baby's cheeks. If they have a fever, the bear can also be used to gently cool them down. (The plastic bag is a mom's trick to prevent the bear from absorbing food odors!)
Encouraging the sucking motion
Sucking can be truly soothing for your baby during teething. Whether it's during breastfeeding or with a pacifier, this motion helps relieve pressure on the gums and your baby generally feels calmer. In addition to the soothing effect on pain, there is also the immense comfort that comes from proximity to mom.
Breastfeeding, in particular, provides a double dose of benefits: breast milk nourishes, while providing immediate relief through sucking and the direct bond with mom. It's a gentle moment that helps your 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 your baby gently, finding what does them the most good. Every little soothing gesture helps to make this stage more bearable!
– By Laurence, Béké-Bobo collaborator
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