Teething is a developmental milestone — but it is not always smooth.
When a tooth pushes through delicate gum tissue, it triggers:
- Local inflammation
• Nerve irritation
• Increased saliva production
• Digestive sensitivity
• Temporary immune response
But here is what many parents don’t realize:
Teething affects more than the gums.
The baby’s nervous system is still developing. Their digestion is immature. Their ability to regulate pain and discomfort is limited.
So a small physical irritation can feel overwhelming to them.
That is why you may notice:
- Crying that feels excessive
• Night waking
• Refusal to feed
• Diarrhea or loose stools
• Mild fever
• Constant chewing
Medical tests are usually normal. Doctors may say, “It’s just teething.”
But “just teething” can mean a very uncomfortable baby and very tired parents.
How Homeopathy Works in Teething
Homeopathy does not numb the gums.
It does not suppress fever.
It does not force sedation.
Instead, it works on regulation.
A correctly chosen remedy helps:
- Calm the overreactive nervous system
• Reduce inflammatory response
• Improve digestive coordination
• Support mineral assimilation
• Balance the baby’s stress response
In simple words — it helps the baby adapt better to the teething process.
Now let us go through the remedies — clearly separated and equally explained.
Homeopathic Medicines for Teething Pain in Babies
Chamomilla – For Extreme Irritability and Pain Intolerance
Who this remedy suits
Babies who react intensely to teething pain.
Emotional and behavioral pattern
- Screams angrily
• Demands to be carried constantly
• Stops crying only when held or rocked
• Throws objects away
• Seems impossible to satisfy
The baby appears oversensitive and inconsolable.
Physical indications
- Swollen gums
• Drooling
• Loose greenish stools
• One cheek red, one pale
• Restless sleep
Why it works
Chamomilla addresses nervous hypersensitivity. It is ideal when the baby’s pain tolerance is extremely low and the nervous system is overstimulated.
Clinical relevance
- Teething with anger
• Sleep disturbed from irritability
• Pain seems disproportionate
Typical dosage
Chamomilla 30C
1–2 pellets dissolved in water. Give a teaspoon every few hours if needed. Stop when improvement begins.
Calcarea Phosphorica – For Slow and Painful Tooth Development
Who this remedy suits
Babies with delayed teething or weak bone development.
Emotional and behavioral pattern
- Mildly irritable
• Restless
• Wants to chew constantly
• Appears tired but unsettled
Physical indications
- Delayed eruption
• Thin build
• Poor appetite
• Slow growth
• Digestive sensitivity
Why it works
Calcarea Phos supports calcium metabolism and mineral absorption. It strengthens the structural development of teeth and bones.
Clinical relevance
- Late teething
• Weak enamel
• Growth sensitivity
Typical dosage
Calcarea Phosphorica 6X
2 tablets dissolved in water, twice daily for several weeks under supervision.
Belladonna – For Sudden Teething with Heat and Fever
Who this remedy suits
Babies whose teething begins suddenly with inflammation.
Emotional and behavioral pattern
- Sudden crying
• Startles easily
• Sensitive to light and noise
Physical indications
- Hot head
• Red face
• Pulsating gums
• Mild to moderate fever
Why it works
Belladonna reduces acute inflammatory response and vascular congestion in sudden onset teething episodes.
Clinical relevance
- Teething with fever
• Red swollen gums
• Sudden onset pain
Typical dosage
Belladonna 30C
Every 4–6 hours if needed. Stop once fever and redness improve.
Magnesia Phosphorica – For Spasmodic Gum Pain and Gas
Who this remedy suits
Babies with cramping and gas during teething.
Emotional and behavioral pattern
- Cries in waves
• Improves with warmth
• Calms when tummy is pressed
Physical indications
- Gas
• Abdominal tightness
• Gum discomfort relieved by warmth
Why it works
Magnesia Phos relaxes smooth muscle spasms and reduces nerve tension.
Clinical relevance
- Teething with digestive cramps
• Pain relieved by warm cloth
Typical dosage
Magnesia Phos 6X
2 tablets dissolved in warm water, small sips 2–3 times daily.
Nux Vomica – For Feeding-Related Irritation During Teething
Who this remedy suits
Babies sensitive to feeding changes.
Emotional and behavioral pattern
- Irritable after feeding
• Restless
• Sensitive to overstimulation
Physical indications
- Reflux
• Hiccups
• Constipation or straining
Why it works
Nux Vomica regulates digestive overstimulation and gut sensitivity.
Clinical relevance
- Colic after feeding
• Teething with digestive irritability
Typical dosage
Nux Vomica 30C
Minimal dosing under supervision, once daily if needed.
Lycopodium – For Evening Teething with Bloating
Who this remedy suits
Babies whose discomfort worsens late afternoon or evening.
Emotional and behavioral pattern
- Fussy between 4–8 PM
• Wants to be held
• Gas relieved after passing stool
Physical indications
- Bloated abdomen
• Gas accumulation
• Irregular stool
Why it works
Lycopodium improves digestive coordination and gas metabolism.
Clinical relevance
- Evening irritability
• Teething with bloating
Typical dosage
Lycopodium 30C
Infrequent dosing under guidance.
Pulsatilla – For Clingy, Gentle Babies
Who this remedy suits
Sensitive babies who need constant reassurance.
Emotional and behavioral pattern
- Soft crying
• Wants attention
• Symptoms change frequently
Physical indications
- Mild gum swelling
• Changeable stool
• Relief in fresh air
Why it works
Pulsatilla balances emotional dependency and digestive sensitivity.
Clinical relevance
- Teething with emotional clinginess
Typical dosage
Pulsatilla 30C diluted, once daily if required.
Hepar Sulph – For Extremely Tender Gums
Who this remedy suits
Babies who react strongly to touch.
Emotional and behavioral pattern
- Irritable
• Sensitive to cold air
Physical indications
- Gum tenderness
• Sensitivity to cold
• Possible gum infection tendency
Why it works
Hepar Sulph reduces nerve hypersensitivity and inflammatory tendency.
Clinical relevance
- Teething with extreme gum tenderness
Typical dosage
Hepar Sulph 30C once daily under supervision.
Silicea – For Weak Enamel and Delayed Eruption
Who this remedy suits
Babies with slow teething and fragile constitution.
Emotional and behavioral pattern
- Quiet
• Sensitive
• Tires easily
Physical indications
- Weak enamel
• Recurrent infections
• Poor assimilation
Why it works
Silicea strengthens connective tissue and supports mineral absorption.
Clinical relevance
- Delayed dentition
• Weak structural development
Typical dosage
Silicea 6X twice daily dissolved in water.
Ferrum Phosphoricum – For Mild Teething Fever
Who this remedy suits
Babies with low-grade fever during teething.
Emotional and behavioral pattern
- Slight irritability
• Mild fatigue
Physical indications
- Low fever
• Early inflammation
Why it works
Ferrum Phos supports early inflammatory response without suppressing it.
Clinical relevance
- Teething with mild fever
Typical dosage
Ferrum Phos 6X twice daily dissolved in water.
Biochemic Tissue Salt Support for Teething
These support mineral balance and nervous calm.
Supports tooth and bone formation.
Dose: 2 tablets twice daily dissolved in water.
Relieves spasmodic gum and abdominal pain.
Dose: 2 tablets in warm water twice daily.
Supports mild inflammation and fever.
Dose: 2 tablets twice daily.
These can be continued for several weeks under supervision.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is homeopathy safe for babies?
- Yes, when prescribed correctly. Remedies are highly diluted and non-toxic.
How fast do remedies work?
- Often within hours if well chosen.
Can multiple remedies be given?
- One remedy at a time is preferred.
Does it interfere with pediatric medicines?
- No known chemical interaction.
Final Thoughts
Teething is temporary — but comfort matters.
Homeopathy does not suppress development.
It supports adaptation.
When correctly selected, remedies:
- Reduce inflammation
- Calm irritability
- Improve sleep
- Support tooth development
- Ease digestion
And most importantly —
They restore calm to the baby and confidence to the parents.