{"id":3083,"date":"2021-10-05T10:43:41","date_gmt":"2021-10-05T10:43:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/squish.co.za\/?p=3083"},"modified":"2021-10-05T10:43:41","modified_gmt":"2021-10-05T10:43:41","slug":"6-clever-tips-for-teething-babies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/squish.co.za\/6mnths\/6-clever-tips-for-teething-babies\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Clever Tips for Teething Babies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A distressed teething baby can be nerve-racking for parents. Here are six ways to help soothe sore gums and give baby (and you) some relief.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Most babies cut their first teeth between the ages of four and seven months. When your baby is teething, it is likely they\u2019ll show signs of irritation, drool a lot and want to chew on everything! Another victim of teething is sleep. These tried-and-tested tips will help baby through this often-difficult time:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Be your baby\u2019s masseuse<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Applying pressure to sore gums is a simple and effective way to sooth pain. Make sure your hands are clean, then use your fingertips to give your baby a gentle gum massage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    1. Get slushy!<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

      Toddlers who are teething will love this fun treat. Pop a whole Squish 100% Fruit or Fruit and Yogi Puree <\/strong>\u2013 like Pear<\/strong>, Banana + Strawberry<\/strong>, Apple Guava + Yoghurt<\/strong>, or Fruit Medley + Yoghurt<\/strong> \u2013 into the freezer. Once it is frozen, remove and let it melt to a slushy consistency. Your little one will enjoy sucking straight from the nozzle, with the icy mix providing sore-gum relief. Squish 100% Fruit Purees<\/strong> are made from 100% fruit and are free from preservatives, flavourants and starch \u2013 plus they have no added cane sugar. This is the perfect on-the-go soother too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      1. Deliver a chilled treat<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

        Freeze your child\u2019s favourite Squish 100% Fruit Puree<\/strong> in an ice tray. There\u2019s a whole range to choose from, including Summer Berries<\/strong>, Apple + Guava<\/strong>, and Mango + Banana<\/strong>. Next time baby is niggly, pop an ice cube into a mesh feeder and let your child gnaw and suck away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        1. Calmer banana!<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

          This is messy \u2013 but so worth it! Peel a banana, cut it in half, place in a Ziplock bag then freeze. Remove from bag when needed \u2013 baby will love chewing on this fruity popsicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

          1. Keep mopping<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

            You won\u2019t believe how much drool one teething baby can produce! Often this drool can cause rashes and skin irritation. Carry an extra stash of cloths or wipes to try and keep your little one as dry and comfortable as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

            1. Try a little white noise<\/strong><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

              The reason teething babies are even more fractious at night is because there are less things to distract them from the pain. (If you\u2019ve ever had toothache, you\u2019ll know that it always seems worse as soon as you get into bed!) Experts suggest installing a white noise machine to help restless babies drift off to sleep.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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