All About Teething
When a baby first starts teething, this can be a frustrating and sometimes scary experience for first time parents. Teething is usually a painful process for babies and no parent wants to want their child endure pain. Since each child grows at different rates, teething can begin as early as when the baby is three months old or continue as late as the child’s third birthday. Some babies are even born with teeth although this is uncommon.
Usually the first teeth to appear are the bottom front teeth and then later the top front teeth come in. Of course, this can differ from child to child so there is no need to panic if a canine tooth appears first. While teething can be painless for some babies, most babies experience pain when teething. Teething rings can provide some comfort to the child while allowing them something to learn to chew on. There are many medications on the market that are safe and helpful for babies who are teething. Much of this medicine is prescription medication, which is good because it’s important to talk to the child’s doctor before giving him or her any medication. Also, it’s a good idea to share any questions and concerns with the doctor about the teething process so that if a problem arises, the doctor can be “in the know” ahead of time.
