Counter-pressure is a wonderful way to ease the discomfort of teething. You will notice with your teething baby that they want to put everything and anything in their mouth. The NUK Gum Brush comes in a set with a starter toothbrush and a safety ring. The safety ring can be added to the handle of the gum brush so that it is safe to give to baby. You can apply natural teething gel or powder to the gum brush and allow your child to chew it off. The rubber nodules are the perfect things to massage gums and help those tricky teeth through, especially the back molars that a normal teething ring can’t reach. This is one of those amazing products that will last you from the first front teeth right through to the final molars.
Historically, Maori women wore pounamu pendants around their neck for teething babies to suck and bite. There are now many teething necklaces available for mums to wear for their babies to bite and suck on, applying that beneficial counter pressure.
The NUK Soothasaurus is made from natural latex with non-toxic paints and is perfect for chewing on. Its bright colours attract children and its gorgeous dinosaur design makes it a fun toy. It is also large enough that no part can go too far into the baby’s mouth and cause chocking.
Some babies lose their appetite while teething but may want to breastfeed all day for comfort, so make sure you go back to basics and ensure a good latch. Others may refuse breastfeeding. Make sure you offer water regularly to babies on solids, if they are refusing solid foods and the breast.
Above all, do not despair; your love and attention are particularly important at this stage. Soon your wee one will have a lovely set of sparkling teeth.
Rumina Natural Care is the distributor of premium baby product loved by parents and backed by science. NUK is a German manufactured baby feeding range sold throughout New Zealand baby stores and pharmacies and used in hospitals. Find us a www.nuk.net.nz and the full range at www.babyitsyou.co.nz
