Teething rings for teething
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By
Melanie A.
Why a teething ring helps with teething: The advantages of wooden teething rings
Babies explore their environment not only with their little hands, but also with their mouths. The latter increases when the first teeth appear. This is when a teething ring is a sensible investment . In this article, we talk about wooden teething rings and look at how a teething ring can help with teething.
What is a teething ring and why is it important when teething?
A teething ring is a special toy that babies can safely put in their mouths. The products, which are usually in the shape of a ring, can withstand intensive chewing without any problems and are particularly popular during teething. But why does a teething ring help with teething at all? It's easy to explain: Biting on the ring massages the gums. This in turn reduces the pain that occurs when the teeth break through the gums.
When children start teething varies. On average, the first tooth appears in the sixth month of life. The two central front teeth in the lower jaw are usually the first to appear, followed by the upper incisors. The majority of children complete their first year of life with around six teeth in their mouth.
When do babies get their first teeth and how can you tell when a baby is teething?
You can sometimes recognize that your baby is teething by these signs:
- Swollen or reddened gums
- Increased salivation
- Restless sleep
- Reddened cheeks
- Tendency to put everything in the mouth
- Increased whining
- Less appetite
If you observe such symptoms in your baby, you can offer him a teething ring.
What are the advantages of wooden teething rings?
In addition to plastic and silicone products, many parents turn to wooden teething rings to help their little one teethe. A wise choice! As a natural material, wood is free of harmful substances and does not pose any health risks if your child puts the teether in their mouth every day. What's more, well-made wooden teethers pose no risk of injury and therefore accompany your baby safely through the teething process.
Wooden teething rings are also sustainable, environmentally friendly teething aids. The natural material is biodegradable and impresses with its outstanding durability. If you pick up your child's teething ring yourself, you will also notice that products made of wood are extremely pleasant to the touch. They are therefore ideal for massaging and soothing irritated gums - making the wooden teething ring the perfect everyday companion for teething .
Which teething ring is best for teething?
Before you buy a teething ring, you should remember the most important purchase criteria:
- Free from harmful substances: A teething ring must be free from harmful substances and plasticizers
- Workmanship: The material must be cleanly processed so that no parts (e.g. splinters) come off even with intensive chewing
- Surface texture: The surface should be designed in such a way that it massages the gums without irritating them further
Another important decision criterion is the material. Parents are spoiled for choice here and quite rightly ask themselves which teething ring is best for teething. Manufacturers often decide to make teething rings from plastic, rubber or silicone. The advantage of this is that the surfaces can be shaped as desired and provided with grooves and nubs, for example. However, plastic models in particular are not always completely harmless to health, while the rubber version becomes porous if it is exposed to too much sunlight.
We at Eichhorn have therefore made a conscious decision to produce teething rings made of wood.
The natural material combines freedom from harmful substances, safety, durability and a pleasant feel and is therefore ideal for the production of teething rings.
Eichhorn recommendations: The best wooden teething rings for your baby
If you want to offer your child a wooden teething ring, Eichhorn is the right place for you. The teething rings that you can discover with us all impress with their naturalness, quality and cheerful look. Our Eichhorn baby teether, for example, attracts baby's attention with a cute rabbit head with plush ears and offers three colorful teething plates.
If you are a fan of toys that serve several purposes at the same time, the clutching toy with teething plate is probably the best teething ring for your baby. The grasping toy is made up of colorful tactile beads and a teething surface. This teething ring not only supports teething, but also invites your baby to grasp and feel.
How to clean and care for wooden teething rings
Toys that your baby puts in their mouth must of course be hygienic. However, thanks to the antibacterial properties of wood, it is not necessary to sterilize or disinfect the teething ring. On the contrary: such intensive cleaning can damage the material and is therefore not recommended. As a rule, it is sufficient to wipe the teething ring regularly and thoroughly with a damp cloth - if necessary with a drop of mild soap - and allow it to dry thoroughly.
These tips can help babies with teething
Finally, we would like to give you a few tips on what can help your baby with teething besides a teething ring:
- Distraction: Games, little outings or extensive cuddles will draw your baby's attention away from the unpleasant feelings caused by teething for a while
- Chamomile and sage tea: These teas soothe irritated gums
- Gum massage: Massaging the gums with a finger cot or your bare finger is also beneficial
Make teething easier for your baby with Eichhorn wooden teething rings
The eruption of the first tooth is a milestone that babies reach on average in the sixth month of life. You can make the time around tooth eruption easier for your baby by offering them a teething ring. This massages the gums and relieves the pain associated with the eruption of teeth. With a wooden teething ring, you can support teething in a safe way and opt for a sustainable, long-lasting product.
Visit our store and see our visually appealing, high-quality wooden teething rings for yourself.
Frequently asked questions about baby teething rings
Parents often ask themselves these questions about teething rings:
When can babies start using teethers?
It makes sense to offer teething rings from around the third month of life. As soon as teething begins, the teething ring unfolds its full benefit.
Are wooden teethers safe for babies?
High-quality, well-made wooden teething rings are absolutely safe for babies to use.
How long does a baby's first teething last?
This varies greatly. On average, it takes eight days from the first signs to the complete eruption of the tooth.
What symptoms do babies have when teething?
Many babies suffer from pain and irritation of the gums, produce more saliva than usual and sleep less well. Sometimes there is also an increased temperature and diarrhea.
How often should I clean the teething ring?
With wooden teethers, daily cleaning with water and a little mild soap is sufficient.
What are the advantages of wooden teethers over plastic teethers?
These are the main advantages of wooden teethers:
✨ Natural and free of harmful substances ✨
🌱 Sustainable and environmentally friendly 🌱
💪🏻 Durable and robust 💪🏻
🤗 Pleasant to the touch 🤗
🧼 Easy to clean 🧼