#asktheexpert What home remedy can we do to reduce teething discomfort for my baby. He will be 6 months in 5 days and has not yet started solids

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Teething discomfort is common at this stage, and you can try some safe home remedies to soothe your baby:

1. Cold Compression

✅ Chilled Teething Toys – Give a refrigerated (not frozen) teether for baby to chew on.
✅ Cold Spoon – Chill a clean metal spoon in the fridge and let baby suck on it.
✅ Chilled Muslin Cloth – Dip a soft cloth in cold water, wring it out, and let baby chew on it.

2. Massage the Gums

✅ Wash your hands and gently rub the baby’s gums with a clean finger for relief.
✅ You can also use a cold, clean cotton cloth to rub the gums.

3. Breastfeeding or Pacifier

✅ Breastfeeding provides comfort and helps ease the pain.
✅ You can also chill a pacifier before giving it to the baby.

4. Natural Teething Sticks (If Baby Starts Solids Soon)

✅ Chilled carrot stick or cucumber (supervised) can help with gum relief once baby starts solids.

5. Distraction & Comfort

✅ Hold, cuddle, and engage baby with toys or music to divert attention from discomfort.

What to Avoid?

❌ Honey, sugar, or homemade gels (not safe for babies under 1 year).
❌ Frozen teethers (can be too hard on gums).
❌ Hard foods (baby is not on solids yet).

These remedies should help ease the discomfort. Let me know if you need more tips!