Teething at 2 and a Half Months!!!

Teething in babies can occur as early as 2 weeks though it is rare. Either you or the father typically would have gotten their teeth early as well. This is a good one to write in a baby book....it will help when their child possibly begins to teeth early on too.
The size of your newborns mouth is too small for a toy, a good finger pinky is a great substitute. Just make sure to wash with soap and water, infection is of great importance this early in life. You can try offering a pacifier just for comfort, you really don't want to offer something orally if it's going to be placed in the back of the mouth. Personally, this is harder on mom's. A general rule of thumb is to use Motrin/Ibuprofin over Tylenol when you think muscle pain. You can try that in the evening to help calm her/him down after a warm sponge bath.
If ever in doubt, call your peditirican, their medical assistant can offer reassurance which is what we need to hear sometimes.
It's hard, hang in there!

Hi A.,

I probably wouldn't use Oragel this early on. One thing you could try is getting a small washcloth, wetting it, and then freezing it. Then your baby has something cold to chew on that might be easier for her than a teething ring. Also, make sure that when you give the Tylenol, you are giving her enough for her weight. You can give her 15 miligrams per kilogram. (1 kilogram = 2.2 pounds). Hang in there....it will get better.

Hope this helps!

J. :)

my son liked to chew on soft toys. we got the "under the nile" organic fruits and veggies for him to chew on.

some babies are born with teeth! anything is possible. hope your babe finds some comfort soon!

Well my first question is...are you breastfeeding? If so...watch out! Ouch!

Seriously though, I would check in with your doctor about the Orajel, and I don't think it would hurt to ask your doctor about this. That is unusual, not only that she is teething so early, but that she is getting her first tooth way in the back. I'm sure its all normal and fine....but because she is so little I wouldn't give her any medicine without talking to the doctor.

Good luck. And congrats on your daughter!

My daughter's doc advises against oragel for teething regardless of age because it has been linked to some blood problems. She suggested taking a washcloth and getting just the corners wet and then freezing it. The baby can chew on the crunchy frozen parts while holding on to the dry part.

Good luck