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Teething: Tips for soothing sore gums
What treatments should I avoid?
Do I need to call the doctor?
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What's typical?
What's the best way to soothe sore gums?
Rub your baby's gums
Cool gums with chilled items
Try pain relievers made for babies
Try cup feeding
What treatments should I not use?
Do I need to call my baby's healthcare professional?
How do I care for my baby's new teeth?
Do I need to call the doctor?
Content
What's typical?
What's the best way to soothe sore gums?
Rub your baby's gums
Cool gums with chilled items
Try pain relievers made for babies
Try cup feeding
What treatments should I not use?
Do I need to call my baby's healthcare professional?
How do I care for my baby's new teeth?
Try cup feeding
If your baby usually breastfeeds but doesn't want to do so because of teething pain, try putting the breastmilk in a cup. You can feed your baby from the cup as needed for a short time. Or you could use a spoon or a syringe.
