Silicone teether is a kind of teething toys designed for babies, most of which are made of silicone, which is safe and non-toxic. It can be utilized many times and also helps to massage the baby’s gums.
In addition, through the sucking and biting teething move, can prompt the baby’s eye and hand coordination, thus promoting the development of intelligence. All silicone teether toys can also exercise the baby’s chewing ability, so that the baby usually chew food more fully, digest more thoroughly.
Medical research has also shown that babies can gain psychological satisfaction and a sense of security by sucking on pacifiers and biting teether if they are noisy and tired. Teether is suitable for use during the teething stage from 6 months to 2 years of age.
How should we use silicone teethers?
1. Replace it regularly
As the child’s age increases, coupled with the wear and tear of the teether after being chewed, it needs to be replaced regularly, and it is generally recommended that the baby be replaced once every 3 months. Generally, it is recommended to replace the teether once every 3 months. Or keep a few teether at the same time to change the use.
2. Avoid freezing
In the use of teether before, some parents like to refrigerate the teether to the baby bite, not only massaged the gums, but also reduce swelling and astringent effect. However, it is worth noting that when frozen, it is best to wrap a layer of plastic wrap on top of the teether to prevent bacteria in the refrigerator attached to the surface of the teether.
3. Scientific cleaning
Before use, parents must check the product instructions and warnings and other information, especially need to pay attention to the cleaning and disinfection methods. Generally speaking, silicone can withstand high temperatures and can be cleaned and sterilized in hot water.
4. Stop using the product if it is broken.
A broken teether may pinch the baby and the residue may be swallowed. In order to avoid harming your baby, parents should carefully inspect the teether before each use and stop using it as soon as they notice any damage.
Use different teether for different purposes at different times.
For example, in the 3-6 months, the use of “soothing” pacifier teether; six months after the use of complementary food device teether; more than a year after the use of teething teether.