What to do when children have toothache? Here are 5 tips

When children are teething, various conditions will always occur, especially toothache and itching, which are more common, making parents feel particularly distressed. So what can be done to help relieve toothache in children? In fact, there are 5 little tips in life. The first one is to massage the gums.

1. Massage the gums: Gently rubbing your baby's gums with clean fingers can help relieve the pain of teething.

2. Cold compress on gums: Let your baby chew something cool, which will not only help soothe inflamed gums, but also divert your baby's attention. A cool washcloth or chilled pacifier will work, but something yummy and tasty, like a chilled banana or cold carrots, may keep your baby occupied longer.

3. Clever use of the baby bottle: Pour water or juice into the baby bottle, then turn the bottle upside down to allow the liquid to flow into the nipple. Put the bottle upside down in the refrigerator until the liquid freezes. Your baby will happily chew on the frozen nipple of the bottle. Remember to check the nipple from time to time to make sure it is intact.

4. Let your baby chew: Chewing helps teeth emerge from the gums, so feel free to let your baby's jaw keep moving. Anything that is clean, non-toxic, chewable, and will not block the trachea if swallowed can be given to your baby to chew. Mothers can also try feeding their babies baby apple slices. For younger babies, the apple slices should be wrapped in a towel while the mother holds the towel in her hands. Or soak a towel in water and freeze it, then let your baby bite a corner of the frozen towel.

5. Divert your baby's attention: The best way may be to divert your baby's attention from his or her gums that are about to grow teeth. Try playing with your baby's favorite toy, or rocking and dancing with your baby in your arms. Sometimes, a little game of peek-a-boo is all it takes to get your baby's attention and take his or her mind off of the discomfort.