I decided to create my own home remedy, animal cookies.
Barrett was really unpleasant, so I put him in his high chair with the intention of soothing the pain by feeding him ice cold applesauce. He didn't think that was a good plan. So, while I cleaned the applesauce off the floor, I stuck a cookie on his tray.
Suddenly, I realized that the crying and screaming stopped.
He was having so much fun eating a whole cookie. (I usually break it in pieces for him.)
So, while I don't have a true remedy for his pain, I do for mine! Distract him with cookies!
*** I have realized something today. In a few years when Barrett is whining and complaining about his loose tooth, I will take deep satisfaction in ripping it out. Something about knowing I can get even with this tooth someday is very comforting...
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Gerber makes Biter Biscuits that they like to chew on, but they're VERY messy! They dissolve as they're chewing. We LOVE Hyland's Teething Tablets. (They're at Wal-Mart by the vitamins & supplements) They're homeopathic, 100% natural, and a lot easier to give than oragel. (I tried that once & just smeared it all over the place.) Just stick a few tablets in their mouth, it dissolves & crying stops (usually). They're sweetened with lactose, so it won't take long before they learn to put them in their mouths themselves! (Mine would probably choose a teething tablet over an M&M!) I taught my son sign language for "medicine teeth" with them & even now if he has any mouth pain, he'll ask for it.
Wow, I'm sorry you're having to deal with that. Doesn't sound very pleasant. But I'm glad you found a solution.
And that's awesome about your new car! I know you've been wanting one!
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