TEETHING BABY GUIDE TO HONG KONG:
What to expect?
*The first tooth to appear is typically one of the bottom two in the center and then out toward the molars.
What are the symptoms?
* Drooling - There will be a lot of drool! Some babies cough a lot due to the excessive drool.
* Rash - Little ones can get quite chapped on their face from the drooling, so a bib is recommended and be sure to wipe regularly.
* Biting - Teething toys were made for this addiction by babes. Stock up on chewable toys and teething rings.
* Crying - It is not comfortable so there will be tears. Talk to your doc about using a bit of Panadol to ease the pain.
* Sore & Tender Gums - Use a cold cloth to press softly on their gums.
* Loss of Appetite - A common occurrence, zinc helps in building appetite such as wheat bran, cashew nuts, and pumpkin seeds improve zinc levels. Incorporate these into your baby's snacks/meals.
* Sleep Cycle Off - Teething will throw your baby off their regular sleep pattern.
Teething remedies:
* Cold icy drinks
* Rub your baby's gums with a clean finger, it soothes the pain.
* Chilled food and frozen fruit - peaches, frozen bananas, yogurt.
* Panadol
Teethers, Gel, Soothers, & More:
Teethers & Soothers
Buy teething toys and rings. They love the ones you freeze as this feels oh-so-good.
* Try the Gummee heart teether (various pastel colors) or the Nuby ice bite keys teether. Found at Mothercare.
* The Philips AVENT Soother 2 Pack is made of silicone, are taste-free & odor-free. Find them at BabiesRus.
* Meet Sophie The Giraffe, born in France and relieving sore teeth and gums since 1961, this retro teething toy has made a comeback.
Wooden & Natural Teethers
* The handcrafted teether at Happy Poppets are carefully made with your baby's safety in mind, they come in various animal shapes such as rabbits, cats, and bears.
* Tree Children's Lodge teething toys are made maple wood a and a stunning silk cloth that comes in rainbow color or stars.
Teething Necklaces
* Little Caleb has created the sweetest Butterfly Teether Necklace in baby blue with white. A great item when your little one likes to chew on anything he/she can get their tiny hands on.
Teething Gel
* Teething gel - found at, Just Green Stores, iHerb and Weleda (delivers to Hong Kong)
Baby's First Toothbrush:
* The FirstBrush & Teether Set is designed so that you and your baby can look after their first teeth together. Ideal set for babies and early teething toddlers (0-18months).
* Brush Baby Chewable ToothBrush & Teether helps clean soothe teething gums whilst your little munchkin is chewing on it. You can cool it in the fridge to soothe the pain even more.
Uncommon symptoms:
* Fever
* Diarrhea
Best to contact your pediatrician if your baby develops a fever or diarrhea, or if they're having continued discomfort.
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