
What is teething?
What are the symptoms of teething?
How can I treat symptoms of teething?
To help your baby feel more comfortable:
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Give your baby something safe to chew on, such as a firm teething toy or cool, gel-filled teething ring
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Massage your baby’s gums with your finger or with ice
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Give your baby pain medicine, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, if your baby is very uncomfortable
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Don’t use teething gels—they don't help much, and they may contain benzocaine, which causes serious problems in some babies