Teething rubs, gels etc - any recommendations?

[fleacircus]

DD is nearly 5mths and very dribbly, more fretful than usual and chewing anything she can get her hands on, including her hands, so I assume her teeth are beginning to make their presence felt. I don't think it's time to get the Calpol out, but can anyone suggest anything that might make her more comfortable?

[TheBlonde]

teething powders

[LilRedWG]

Anbesol Liquid! It is a God send. I even use it if I have a mouth ulcer.

It contains a local anaesthetic so numbs the area immediately. Make sure that you get the liquid, rather than the gel, as it is easier to apply and can't be licked off.

[bethoo]

Teetha which is in sachets in a littel green box. it is herbal and my ds loves it. easy to use.

[Pinkjenny]

Ashtons and Parsons powders, and Dentinox teething gel worked for us.

[lackaDAISYcal]

Nelson's Teetha chamomilia granules (or Boots do their own version which is a bit cheaper). Calms DDs red cheeks down within 10 minutes of giving it to her, but she seems to get immediate relief as they are grainy and I think that helps soother her gums.

[woodenchair]

Dentinox was good for us. You can apply it every 20 minutes I think.

My HV gave me a great tip of putting some gel on before you feed them, it helps the little gums whilst a bottle or spoon is in their mouths

[fleacircus]

Lovely, thank you all.

[elle23]

well done pinkjenny! ashton & parsons teething powders worked wonders 4 DS. was irritable, screamed, didn't sleep 4 3 mths (really!) if u need a miracle use ashton & parsons...can also use same time as calpol or infant nurofen.