# 27 Tips & Home Remedies for Teething Babies at Night

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If you've ever had a teething baby, you know that teething sucks. Babies are crabby and fussy, their [sleep gets disrupted](/content/blogs/news/why-do-babies-fight-sleep/index.html), they may refuse to eat, and they may even have a slight fever.

While teething can be uncomfortable or downright painful for some babies, there are ways to help ease your baby's teething pain. However, since babies can be teething for quite a long time - well into toddlerhood - we like to focus on natural remedies for teething rather than always relying on medication.

## **What is Teething?**

Teething is a process whereby an infant's first teeth erupt through the gums. Babies usually begin teething around six months but timing can vary from child to child. Babies may experience discomfort and pain during teething as their gums are stretched and new teeth break through. But babies can't tell us what's bothering them with words, so keep an eye out for these common teething symptoms.

### **Signs and symptoms of teething**

#### **1. Red and swollen gums**

Sensitive red gums are a telltale sign of teething. Baby may have inflamed gums for weeks before a tooth actually breaks through.

#### **2. Drooling**

Drooling (more than usual) is common in teething babies. Get some cloth bibs so that you aren't changing outfits multiple times a day.

#### **3. Facial rash from drooling**

Excessive drooling can cause baby's chin and neck to become chapped, and a rash may develop from the irritation. Keeping baby's chin as dry as possible can help.

#### **4. Decreased appetite**

When babies are having teething pain they may not want to eat as they normally would. A decreased appetite is totally normal.

#### **5. Chewing on solid objects around them, and fingers**

Some babies find relief from teething pain by biting down on hard objects or on their own fingers.

#### **6. Crankiness and irritability**

Teething can be painful, and so most babies do experience some crankiness and irritability as they try to manage their discomfort. Practice patience and try to empathize with your little one.

## **27 Home Remedies for Teething Babies**

There are a number of ways to help your baby relieve teething pain, from special teething products to certain foods. We've grouped them into five groups: natural remedies, oils, and extracts; teething jewelry; food for teething babies; toys and items for teething; medicines for teething.

You'll find that one teething remedy might soothe a baby one day and not the next, so keep this list handy and cycle through it as needed!

1. **Cold foods/liquids**  
2. **Ice cubes**  
3. **Serenity Kids Pouches frozen in a mesh feeding strainer or popsicle mold**  
4. **Chilled spoon**  
5. **Frozen cubes of chamomile tea**  
6. **Frozen washcloth**  
7. **Popsicle**  
8. **Frozen cubes of breast milk**  
9. **Frozen bone broth**  
10. **Raw frozen liver**  
11. **Breastfeeding**  
12. **Licorice root**  
13. **Catnip tea**  
14. **Massage gums with your finger**  
15. **Rosehip**  
16. **Cloves essential oil**  
17. **Chamomile products**  
18. **Amber jewelry**  
19. **Silicone teething jewelry**  
20. **Allspice necklace**  
21. **Frozen waffles**  
22. **Teething biscuits**  
23. **Beef jerky**  
24. **Wearable teething gloves**  
25. **Teething spoon**  
26. **Teething toothbrush**  
27. **Frozen teething toys**

### **Medicines for teething babies**

Teething gels and drops can provide some pain relief by offering a numbing sensation.

## How to help a teething baby sleep at Night-time?

Teething can make it difficult for babies to fall asleep, especially when their symptoms peak at night. If your baby is acting cranky or experiencing mouth pain, try these methods to promote comfort and rest.

### 1. Use Cold Teething Aids

Chilling a wet washcloth or offering a teething ring made of firm rubber can help reduce pain and provide relief.

### 2. Gently Massage the Gums

Try gently rubbing their child's gums with a clean finger.

### 3. Offer Soft, Cooling Foods

Chewing on soft fruit like chilled banana slices or cold cucumber pieces can relieve pressure on their baby teeth while helping with trouble eating.

### 4. Maintain a Comforting Bedtime Routine

A warm bath, gentle rocking, or soft music can help your baby relax.

### 5. Ensure Proper Hydration & Oral Care

If your baby has a low-grade fever, make sure they stay hydrated. Start using a soft-bristled toothbrush to gently brush and prevent tooth decay when the first tooth emerges.

### 6. Explore Homeopathic & Medical Options

Some parents find homeopathic teething tablets useful. If your baby is experiencing significant pain, consult a pediatrician before using over-the-counter medications.

## **When to Consult a Doctor?**

There are some symptoms that are often attributed to teething that may require medical attention:

1. **Fever**  
2. **Persistent diarrhea**  
3. **Loss of appetite**  
4. **Inconsolable crying**

## **Conclusion**

Teething can be a challenging phase for both babies and parents. However, there are many natural remedies to help ease teething pain and sore gums.