In the south, the moment the topic of babies’ teething comes up, someone always mentions either whiskey or a “sugar tit”. Although I am a transplanted southern girl, I am opting for another solution for my 6-month old. Teething gel seemed like a waste of money with my older two kids, so I am now trying teething tablets. Can I say, instant relief? Baby Henry is passed out right now literally 2 minutes after popping two of those bad boys on his mouth. Looks like the whiskey is saved for another day.

I am using Hyland’s Homeopathic Teething Tablets. I looked up the ingredients to find the source of the magic.
Calcarea Phosphorica, a.k.a. Calcium phosphate. Helps mineralization of teeth.
Chamomilla. The catnip of childhood.
Coffea Cruda. Yep, it’s coffee. Not your cup of morning joe, though. “Like cures like” in homeopathy so this is a little stimulant for over stimulation. It is also good for adults with insomnia due to over active mental activity. Did someone say, “Mom?”
Belladonna. Okay, this one has a checkered past. “Bella Donna” means “pretty lady.” During medieval times, Italian women put drops made from this plant in their eyes to dilate them and enhance their appearance. The plant itself is highly poisonous. Homeopathically, it soothes restlessness and sudden pain.
In addition, Dr. Jack Maypole has a great article about teething in general here.