#AskTheExpert how to massage baby's gums for relief in teething??

4 Answers

ExpertDr. Pandurang sawantPaediatrician7 years ago

A. Yes drooling is one of the sign of teething Teeth can errupt at any time from birth But most of the baby have their 1st teeth between 5-15 of age Teeth eruptions is a natural process No need to do anything for that Don't give any medication for that unless fever and exessive crying. Just do gum massage with ur little finger thrice a day Give teether if possible, Clean teether every time before use. It will help

ExpertDr.Rasika ThosarPaediatric Intensivist7 years ago

A. 3 to 15 months anytime. Drooling.Swollen, bulging gums, visible white below the gums, Irritability, trouble sleeping,trying to bite, chew on everything are commonly seen symptoms. massage gums with clean finger, cold cloth. give teether. freeze carrot sticks and give them to baby to chew on . avoid any medications unless prescribed by your paediatrician.

Shaista TarannumMom of a 16 yr 6 m old boy7 years ago

A. Massaging your baby’s gums when he is teething is a great way of alleviating the pain and irritation.Simply wash your hands thoroughly and wipe them dry. Then use your clean fingers to gently massage the bottom of his gums. Do not apply any pressure nor massage the top of the gums where the tooth would erupt. Only run your fingers gently at the base of the gums and continue doing so all along his gums. Focus on the gums at the front since that is where the first teeth would emerge. You can give this massage when you feel your baby is irritated due to teething.

s madaanMom of a 9 yr 9 m old girl7 years ago

A. you can use finger brush or you can also tie a cotton cloth on the index finger and massage