-> On 30 Dec 06  08:31:43, Carol Shenkenberger got back to Andy Ball 
-> Re: Teething

 AB> Any tips on helping a teething fifteen-month-old sleep through the nig

 CS> Charlotte grabbed one of the cats chew toys (a very sturdy one) and
 CS> slept through the night that way once.  Next night, it wasnt there but
 CS> later I distinctly saw a cat drop something in and she got quiet.  I
 CS> checked.  Same chew toy.  Guess she was keeping the cats up . 

Now that is funny!   

 CS> Seemed harmless as it was a very sturdy thing, shaped a bit like a
 CS> rattle but had some give to it (hard rubber, solid) and small nubbly
 CS> texture.  That and a bit of baby orajel (careful to not use too much)
 CS> worked. 

One problem with that is getting your finger out before it's used as 
a chew toy.  

 CS> A friend used a baby bottle filled with crushed ice and said it worked
 CS> for her little ones to help out.

There are teething rings that can be iced down.  You just need to be 
careful and select a reputable brand.  

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