Teething babies are uncomfortable and usually have a bad temper. These unpleasant reactions usually require soothing measures. Below are some tips on how to keep your teething baby while breastfeeding a three-month-old.
Use soothing wipes before touching your baby and make sure he has a clean and clear skin. Ensure that you wash the bottles and nipples and clean your hands to avoid staining. Make sure your baby is comfortable and at ease as much as possible. You will find this easier if you have enough breast milk with you.
Your baby should be fed at a scheduled time so that he is not too hungry or too full. If he needs more, a feeding time can be adjusted.
After cleaning his mouth, rinse it well using water as this will stop the development of dental plaque that can harm the teething baby. You can give him a warm bath to eliminate the saliva as this can irritate the baby’s gums. Do not use commercial toothpaste to clean the mouth because it can cause digestive problems for the baby.
Make sure your baby is thoroughly clean teething baby while breastfeeding by rinsing his nose and mouth before feeding him with formula. Ensure that your baby is rested. Avoid using powdered or non-iodized table salt substitutes as these can cause skin allergies.
It is necessary to brush your baby regularly to remove any build up of bacteria or soap from the mouth. It is recommended that you take him out several times in a day for a good brushing routine. This helps him get used to new things.
The baby should not be put on bottles immediately after his teething pain has subsided. This is because the baby’s stomach may have settled down too much. You can wait until the mouth is almost
completelydry and then bottle feed him.
Remember that a teething baby is sensitive to sugary drinks. Avoid giving him fizzy drinks as this can cause acid reflux. Always use water to give him instead of juice.
If the teething pain is still there, do not feed him as fast as usual. This is because he is experiencing discomfort and can get irritated by sudden feeding that might aggravate the condition.
Use a bottle and give the teething baby the teething pain reliever prescribed by the doctor. The pain reliever should work for about four hours.
Feed him when he is comfortable. Ensure that the breast is in a comfortable place for him. Do not bend over to feed him if he is sitting or lying down.
Mothers can do some things to prepare for the time when breastfeeding a three-month-old teething baby is a little more difficult. They can take their baby with them to the office and take him to a friend’s house while they do some extra work. They can also apply a dab of honey on the infant’s cheek and ask the friend to make some tea and biscuits for them to eat at home
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