How to soothe those sore gums:
- Babies who are teething like to bite on something hard such as a teething ring.
- Try offering a dried crust of bread, or a scrubbed carrot - but stay close in case of choking.
- Avoid sugary rusks and biscuits.
- Rubbing your baby’s gums with a clean finger can help
- Pat his face dry with a soft clean cloth if he dribbles a lot, so that his skin doesn’t become sore.
- Teething gels may help, but keep a watch as they can cause allergies in some babies.
- Some medicines are suitable from 2 months. Always read the label.
