There is nothing worse than seeing our little one in pain and upset.  Since they can’t talk just yet, they cry and want us to make everything better.  Although we can’t know why they’re crying 100% of the time, we usually know when they are teething.  This is a different kind of cry and they may be doing a few things they’ve never done.

If you suspect that your little one is teething, here are a few signs and symptoms they may be trying to show.

Common Symptoms of Teething:

• Your baby’s gums may be swollen and red.
• You may see white under the gums.
• They may have a runny nose.
• Drooling starts to become even more common.
• They will probably be more cranky and irritable than usual.
• Refusing food is usually an issue.
• Chewing on things will start to pick up since it feels good to bite.
• And lastly, they may have a hard time falling asleep at night.

All babies show pain differently.  Although, when a baby is teething they usually are very upset and show all the same symptoms.

Tips to help soothe the pain:

• Orajel works wonders and will help numb their gums so that it’s not so painful.  This is great to put on before naps and bedtime.
• Teethers are a must.  The best kinds are the ones that you can put in the freezer.

Here we have a list of the top 5 teething toys.

• You will also find that cloths wrapped in ice will help.
• Put their baby food in the freezer so that it is slushy and will help their swollen gums.

Trying to help your little one while their teething is tough.  They don’t understand that we can’t just make the pain go away.  So, until the teeth come through all the way, you may want to consider a few of these tips!  I highly recommend those top teethers and the orajel!