TEETHING BABY?
Our little Isabella has been teething for a little over a month. She is actually pretty mild mannered about it, but I can tell she is a bit uncomfortable. Here are some things that have worked for me over the years with teething babies:
1. We LOVE using teething tablets. They are natural and have worked with each of the kids. 'Hyland's teething tablets'. You can find them in most Walmarts and also in natural food stores.
2. Green onions. Yeah, you read right. My mom suggested it to me with my first, over 16 years ago, and it really works. Especially if you stick them in the freezer for it bit to make them extra crisp and cold. Before putting them in the freezer, rinse them really well, and don't dry them. Stick them in a freezer bag wet. Yeah, there breath will smell odorous, but they will grow up to be open to onions in their food. All my kids love onions! But, seriously, though... it really works.
3. Frozen wash cloth. Do the same thing that you do with the green onions. We use the soft baby wash cloths and use these only for teething, not for bathing. Gross. Anyway, you also soak them in water, wring out the excess water, and store it in a freezer bag in the freezer so they are ready to use.
My kids have liked teething rings, but we lose them often and they can be costly. I have found these other methods work as well, if not better. However, the truest and best method of all...
4. Breastfeeding. Nothing seems to comfort my babies more than some quiet time at Mama's breast. Not only does it help them to sleep, it gives me time to sit and enjoy them as well. Win win situation.
Isabella is officially 5 months old as of yesterday. It feels like a bit of a blur. Many hard days, but many more joyous ones. She is really starting to open up more, but is still very attached to being at home and is so sad if we are not home before dark. Hard to do when it gets dark by 5pm now. Anyway, it helps us be a bit more laid back. I am really enjoying being a mommy to a little girl again.
Here are a few other things that have helped me lately:
1. Mitten clips... you can find a pair of them at the dollar bin in Target. I use them to clip Isabella's toy to her clothes so she doesn't lose them or drop them. No lost toys or dollies yet!
2. Aquaphor. They recommended this ointment instead of any diaper rash cream while Isabella was in the NICU. We apply it after each diaper and she still has not gotten a diaper rash. Awesome stuff! We also use it for Walker's dry lips...not from the same jar, though ;0). And it can be used on really dry skin as well. You kind find this stuff at Costco, behind the pharmacy counter for 1/2 the price of Target!!
3. You all know I am a HUGE fan of the miracle blanket. Well, we use ours at home, faithfully. Now that it is getting colder outside, we have found that Isabella sleeps much better while swaddled in the car seat. One Step Ahead, makes a swaddle blanket that can be found at any Walmart, Target, Babies R Us, for as little as $10. This blanket comes with a slot in the back to slip the carseat buckle through. We keep one in the car for her, and it has been great.
4. This one is kind of random, but very worth mentioning. A friend recommended a Leap Frog DVD by the name of the Letter Factory. This has been amazing! My 2 year old knows all his letters now and their sounds. It has a catchy song that my 4 year old and 2 year old sing all the time and I have noticed them making an effort to try and understand words from this DVD. Worth the $10 and can be found at Walmart or Target, too. Sometimes they carry them at Costco.
Lastly, I want to congratulate my SIL, Natalie over at Raising Miracles. Her little girl, #5 of their brood, was born last week. Hadassah Rose comes home today and we thank God for answering prayer where she is concerned. Welcome, little one!
Do any of you have some tried and true tips you can share? I love hearing what other mom's think about new products, or the old in home things they use to make mommyhood easier.
Miss you all,
Veronica
6 comments:
Hi Veronica! I found your blog through my friend Danielle. I have an (almost) 8mth little baby boy and when we started with solids in the beginning he would sometimes get a horrible, red rash on his cheeks and throat. It got so bad one I took him to the doctor who said it was dry skin and to use Aquaphor. Well, my instinct was that it was not dry skin at all but I went and used it anyway. The rash got worse. Following my own instinct this time I applied Desitin to the rash, and guess what? The rash went completely away :-) Also-Jack would get diaper rash until a friend told me about how to make your own baby wipes, and ever since we have only had some occassional redness. The wipes take only about 5-10 minutes to make, but so worth it to me. I really enjoy reading your blog.
HI!!! I was so loyal to Desitin for 16 years...since my first, but after trying Aquaphor, I am changed. Don't get me wrong, Desitin always worked for us, however, not having to deal with the mess is great!
Thanks for checking in Kauffeegrl! Oh, and the Duggar's book has a recipe for making wipes... I may just post it since I think people would benefit from it. Thanks for reminding me.
Take care!
xoxo
Thanks for your sweet comments.
Your right about the "pains", definitely enjoyed the experience with the rest of the tribe. LOL
I don't have much to suggest to what stuff I like or use to make mommyhood easier. I'm scratching my brain to figure out what makes my life easier....
hmmmmm.......I don't run around to much like some other families do. I am more of a homebody. Oh, and my older kids and hubby make my life easier. (All their help) LOL
I definitely want to hear about those home made wipes. Sound interesting. :)
Happy Birthday Karizma!!
xoxo,
Chris
Lily is teething big time. I am still waiting for those bottom teeth to come through and she is almost 8 months old. I nurse and nurse her and am loving the calming effect it has on her.
Also, the Leap Frog DVDs are awesome. I have the whole set and they are invaluable preschool and Kindergarten material! I pop them in when I'm working with my older children and feel guilt free. Tad is a lot more fun to watch!
well pioneer lady maybe we can split a tub of icecream and get to making us some baby wipes : ) love aquaphor, swaddling and leap frog.
probably my other favorite is lansinoh for those sore first days of nursing, and a good pump, hospital strength ! oh and some yummy homemade rice from a very special niece. It's become my comfort food : ) Love you guys
It sounds wierd, but I haven't come across as many "must haves" except for #1: A big sister! I know you can relate to this one, Holy cow, how did I even do it without her the first time??? She's great! #2: A camera! to cherish those times that go sooooooo fast!
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