Product Name:  Hyland’s Teething Tablets
Submitted by: Shannon Miller, Milledgeville, GA
Rating: 10

Description: These are tiny tablets that dissolve instantly under babies tongue and quickly calm baby and relieve teething pain. 

Review:  I love this product!  These tablets are very safe and very effective.  I don’t like to use numbing gel on babies because of the possibility that it could numb their throats and cause them to choke - this is a wonderful alternative.  My babies do occasionally fall asleep after taking it, but only if the teething pain was keeping them awake.  I haven’t found a downside yet and I’ve been using them (on three different babies) for the last 4 years.

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**More Info: Hyland’s Teething Tablets, 125 tablets (Pack of 4)

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Teething normally occurs in babies between the ages of six and nine months. Some common symptoms of teething include cranky moods, swollen gums, drooling, fever, and excessive biting on objects.

You should expect your baby to be fussy, as her gums are in an extremely tender state during the teething process. She might even refuse to eat or take her bottle if she is uncomfortable or in pain.

Here are some common baby teething remedies that will help ease your baby’s discomfort:

* Rub his gums with your finger. Remember to wash your hands before doing so.

* Soak one end of a clean bath cloth in water. Place the wet cloth in a refrigerator. Once chilled, let your baby bite or suck on the cold cloth.

* Chill a teething ring or teething toy in the refrigerator for a couple of hours. Let your baby chew on the cold toy.

* Offer your baby a frozen banana (with adult supervision). Be sure to freeze the banana thoroughly before giving it to your baby. Cut the banana in half to make it easier for your baby to hold.

* Use an OTC (over the counter) teething gel. These gels are specially formulated to be safe for your baby. Read and follow the instructions on the package carefully before applying the gel to your baby’s gums.

* Administer Tylenol or Motrin, for pain and fever as recommended by your pediatrician. If your baby has trouble sleeping at night, consider giving them a dose of pain medication just before bedtime.  If you’re unsure of what pain medications to give your baby, make sure to check with your pediatrician first.

You’re headed into the home stretch of your pregnancy. Now it’s time to pack your hospital bag. Here are some tips for packing your hospital bag:

For the Stay - Pack a nightgown or pajama set. Remember that you probably will not be the size you were before pregnancy so bring a gown that is large and comfy. Don’t worry about being pretty, go for comfortable.

If you are planning on breastfeeding your baby, be sure to pack a gown that has a button- or snap-up front closure for easy access.

Basic Essentials - Don’t worry about packing everything that you’d pack for a weekend getaway. You’ll be tired from all the hard work of having your baby and most likely won’t feel like primping. Take the bare essentials: comb or brush, toothbrush and paste, barrette or ponytail holder for your hair, undergarments, etc.

For The Baby - Many new mothers pack a huge diaper bag to bring to the hospital. This simply isn’t necessary. Save space and pack the few essentials you’ll need for your new baby in your overnight bag. Some things you might need are: an outfit for the ride home (something comfortable for the baby), socks or booties, and a blanket. That’s it! Hospitals provide you with a pack of diapers, Vaseline and formula to last several days, so there’s no need to pack a diaper bag.

Don’t Forget These! - Here are a few extra items that some expectant mothers sometimes forget to pack in their overnight bag: socks, music, CD player, video tape, something to focus on (if you are going natural), and snacks for Dad.  Also, don’t forget the phone book to call family members and friends and cell phone or change for the pay phone and vending machines.  In addition, remember to bring your baby’s car seat with you, as the hospital most likely will not allow you to leave without one.