What is the purpose of a teething ring?
The arrival of baby's first teeth is an important milestone, and often the source of much discomfort for toddlers. Inflamed gums, excessive salivation, irritability... Fortunately, there are solutions to relieve your child's pain and help him get through this difficult period in the best possible conditions. Among these solutions, the teething ring is a must-have in baby's trousseau.
But what exactly is a teething ring for, and how do you choose the right model for your child?
An ally in relieving dental pain
When baby's first teeth start to erupt, the gums become inflamed and painful. Baby's tendency is to chew anything he can find to relieve the discomfort. This is where the teething ring comes in.
Made from silicone, rubber or wood, theteething ring is a hard, soft object that baby can chew safely. By massaging the gums, it helps relieve pain and reduce inflammation.
Promoting tooth emergence
The teething ring can also help to promote teething by stimulating the gums. By chewing on the ring, baby exerts pressure on the gums, which can help teeth come through more easily.
An object of entertainment and enlightenment
As well as relieving pain and helping teeth to emerge, teething rings can also be a source of entertainment and stimulation for baby. The different textures and shapes of teething rings stimulate baby's senses of touch and sight, and help him to develop his fine motor skills. You can find our teething rings accompanied by our pacifier clips, for example, in our baby sets, which you can personalize.
How to choose a teething ring
There are a multitude of teething rings on the market, so it's important to choose the right model for your child. Here are a few criteria to consider:
- Baby's age: There are teething rings specially designed for babies just a few months old, with softer textures and smaller shapes. For older babies, there are harder teething rings with more varied textures.
- Material: Teething rings are generally made of silicone, rubber or wood. Silicone is a soft, non-toxic material, ideal for teething babies. Rubber is a harder material that can be appreciated by older babies. Wood is a natural, antibacterial material that may be of interest to environmentally conscious parents.
- Shape: Teething rings come in a variety of shapes, including round, oval and star-shaped. Choose a shape that your baby can easily grasp and put in his mouth.
- Textures: Teething rings come in different textures: smooth, bumpy, grooved and so on. Vary the textures to provide optimum stimulation for your baby's gums.
Directions for use
- Before giving your baby a teething ring, make sure it's in good condition and has no broken or loose parts.
- Clean the teething ring regularly with soapy water.
- Never leave your baby unattended with a teething ring.
- Remove your baby's teething ring when it shows signs of deterioration.
The teething ring is an invaluable tool for relieving your baby's teething pain and helping him through this difficult period in the best possible conditions. By choosing the model best suited to your child and following the instructions for use, you'll make the teething ring a real ally in your little one's well-being. You can also read our article on what to do about teething.
