Teething

*Applying cold Pressure

• Ex: Frozen Wash Clothes, Frozen Fruits or Veggies, A Cold Spoon

*Try Teething Toys

• Ex: Silicone Teething Rings, Wooden Teethers

*Using Teething Necklaces

*Teething Pain Relief With Herbal Remedies

To use this herbal remedies you can either make a tea, a beverage, or you can rub directly on to gums.

• Rosehip
• Chamomile
• Catnip
• Clove 

Make a tea: Any of these herbs can be made into a tea, which can be used to dampen a washcloth before freezing.

Give as a beverage: To make a tea, boil water and steep 1 tsp of herbs in 10 ounces of water for 6–7 minutes. Let cool fully before serving to baby in a bottle or with a syringe.

Rub directly onto gums: To make an herbal infusion that can be rubbed directly onto the gums, place herbs in a small saucepan and cover with olive oil. Simmer on low for 4-6 hours. Strain and store in the refrigerator. Dab some cool oil onto baby’s gums as needed.

*Lower Inflammation

•  Try a low inflammation diet: If baby is eating solids, white foods, such as refined sugar and flour, potatoes, and even dairy, can cause inflammation. Focus on paleo-type foods—a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, pastured meats, wild seafood, ample healthy fats (coconut, avocado, butter, and whole eggs) 
• Lower stress: Over time, stress can cause inflammation. Make sure baby is getting enough rest and eating healthy foods in addition to breastmilk or formula.
• Balance blood sugar: Blood sugar swings (highs and lows) require the stress hormones to get involved to keep blood sugar stable (yes, even in babies and young children!). To keep blood sugar levels stable, focus on whole foods instead of highly processed snacks. Try to pair healthy carbs (like sweet potatoes and fruit) with protein and plenty of healthy fats.

*Boost the Immune System

• Continue breastfeeding
• Give baby vitamin D
• Give baby probiotics