Teething

Why it works: Anti-inflammatory & soothing actions (oral tissues). Chamomile flowers contain bisabolol, chamazulene, apigenin and related flavonoids with anti-inflammatory and mild analgesic pro...

Instructions: There is no standardized, pediatric dose for teething. If you want to try chamomile as a comfort measure alongside first-line teething care (gum massage, firm rubber teething ring)...

Warnings: Follow mainstream teething guidance first. The FDA and AAP advise against benzocaine/lidocaine gels...

Studies: Double-blind, placebo-controlled trial (n=62, 6–12 months; 4...

Why it works: Counter-stimulation/pressure dulls pain. Rubbing a baby’s swollen gum provides non-painful tactile input that can “compete” with pain signals, a concept explained by the gate-contr...

Instructions: Wash your hands well. Use soap and water and dry thoroughly. (To lower infection risk whenever you’ll touch a baby’s mouth.). Make it cool (optional). Dip your clean finger in cool...

Warnings: Avoid topical anesthetics for teething (e.g., benzocaine gels; viscous lidocaine). They offer little...

Studies: Direct clinical trials of “gum massage for teething pain” ar...

Why it works: Cold = mild local analgesia. Cooling slows nerve conduction and reduces local blood flow (vasoconstriction), which can blunt gum pain. Major pediatric groups recommend chilled (not...

Instructions: Choose the right ring: Pick a firm, solid rubber ring (avoid fluid-filled designs). U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Chill safely: Place in the refrigerator until cool to the tou...

Warnings: Don’t freeze teething rings; use the fridge only. Frozen surfaces can damage gum tissue. Mayo Clinic...

Studies: Guideline consensus supports chilled rings as a safe, first-...