This is especially true when they bite down hard on the nipples. Below are some ways to save you and your baby some pain during this unpleasant period. 1. Identify when your baby is going to bite by observing his nursing.
Most babies bite at the end of a feed.
Not only will you stretch your poor nipple, you will be guaranteed of sore nipples and plenty of agonizing pain because your baby is bound to bite down hard, in an effort to prevent you from removing your nipple. Apply teething gels onto their sore gums. Teething gels like Dentinox and Bonjela numb the gums and the urge to bite becomes less pronounced after application. Teething tablets can ease teething pain as well. These are often placed in a baby s mouth and allowed to dissolve.