How Pacifiers Can Help with Teething Relief
When babies are in pain, sucking on a pacifier can be a comforting way for them to self-soothe and calm down. However, they can't stay calm if the newborn pacifier keeps falling out. The Ingy Bingy Band is the solution to this age old problem.
By Emily Rogers
If you’ve got a baby who is extra grouchy, drooling excessively and munching on their hands, chances are you’ve entered the teething phase. It’s hard for mamas to see their baby’s in pain, but a newborn pacifier might just be your new best friend during this challenging time!
Here’s why:
1. Soothe Those Sore Gums
When those tiny teeth start pushing through, it can be painful for baby, and the urge to chew or gnaw is constant. This is where a pacifier with the right design can really come in handy. Many pacifiers now come with soft, textured surfaces or bumps that gently massage your baby’s gums. The pressure can feel soothing for them and help calm down some of that discomfort.
2. Cool Relief for Swollen Gums
One of the best ways to ease teething pain is by offering cold relief. Just pop it in the fridge (not the freezer!), and when baby needs it, the cold pacifier can help numb the pain and bring some much-needed relief.
3. Self-Soothing
Teething can leave babies feeling cranky and restless, but pacifiers can really help them feel secure. When they’re in pain, sucking on a pacifier can be a comforting way for them to self-soothe and calm down.
However, they can't stay calm if the newborn pacifier keeps falling out. The Ingy Bingy Band is the solution to this age old problem. It's a pacifier wristband that velcros around baby’s wrist. This pacifier bracelet attaches to 100% of pacifiers on the market thanks to the two different models of wristbands. No matter what brand or age your pacifier is, your newborn pacifier won’t keep falling out due to the patent-pending technology of the Ingy Bingy pacifier wristband!
4. A Distraction From the Pain
Sometimes teething pain is just too much for babies to handle, and they end up fussy for what feels like forever. A pacifier can be a great distraction—when babies suck on their pacifier, it helps take their mind off the discomfort, even if just for a little while.
5. Safer Than Chewing on Random Things
We’ve all been there—your baby finds something to chew on and suddenly, you’re scrambling to make sure it’s clean and safe. With teething, babies are always putting things in their mouths. A pacifier is a much safer alternative, and when it’s designed for teething, it’s made specifically to be gentle on their gums and teeth. By offering a safe, clean pacifier, you can rest easy knowing they’re not chewing on something they shouldn’t be (like the remote, a dirty shoe, or who knows what else!).
A Little Help Goes a Long Way
Teething is one of those stages that can feel like it lasts forever, but thankfully, there are ways to make it a little bit easier for both you and your baby. Pacifiers designed for teething relief are definitely something to have in your mom toolbox. They can soothe sore gums, offer some cold comfort, and give baby a way to self-soothe, all while being safe and convenient.
So, the next time your little one is teething and you’re both feeling a little overwhelmed, don’t forget about the power of a good pacifier. It’s a simple tool, but it can make a world of difference in easing that teething pain.
Trust me, as a mom, you’ll be so glad you had one on hand!
The Ingy Bingy Band is not your everyday pacifier clip! This game-changing pacifier wristband helps babies self-soothe at a younger age than ever before! Instinctively, babies gnaw on their hands in an attempt to soothe. The Ingy Bingy pacifier wristband keeps their pacifier right where they’ll find it, allowing your baby to comfort and calm themselves while you do whatever it is you need to do!
Our buttery soft wristband comes in two styles to accommodate every pacifier.
Our Pacific style should be used when your baby’s pacifier holes are near their nose and chin when in use. It is most commonly used with Avent, BIBS, Dr. Brown’s, MAM, Nuby, NUK, Medela, FRIGG, Nanobébé, Tommee Tippee, and Chicco pacifiers.
Our Sequoia style should be used when your baby’s pacifier holes are near their nose and chin when in use. It is most commonly used with Itzy Ritzy, Ryan & Rose, and The Dearest Grey pacifiers.
If you are still unsure which pacifier wristband style is right for you, check out our style guide or text the name and/or picture of your preferred paci & we’ll let you know which style is right for you!