Baby wakes up constantly at night — could it be teething?

Yes, that sounds a lot like teething — and it will pass!

In a nutshell: Drooling, chewing, and sleep disruptions are the three classic teething symptoms. At 7 months, the timing is typical for the first teeth.

Typical teething symptoms

• ✅ Excessive drooling — more than usual
• ✅ Chewing on everything — fingers, toys, nipple
• ✅ Red, swollen gums — sometimes with a white spot visible
• ✅ Restless sleep — especially at night, when there's no distraction
• ⚠️ Slightly elevated temperature (up to 38°C) — NO fever above 38.5°C
• ⚠️ Red diaper area — sometimes due to changed saliva

What is NOT caused by teething

• High fever (above 38.5°C) → see a doctor
• Diarrhea → often coincides timing-wise, but not causally related
• Ear pain → can seem similar, should be checked out

What helps at night

1. Chilled teething ring in bed (not frozen solid, just refrigerator-cold)
2. Gently massage the gums — with a clean finger
3. Pain relief — paracetamol suppository after consulting your doctor, especially for nighttime
4. Teething gel — use with caution, some contain benzocaine (not recommended). Homeopathic pellets are ineffective but harmless
5. Offer comfort — your baby is in pain, cuddles are the best medicine

Timeline

What other moms report

"The lower front teeth were the worst for us. The upper ones came almost unnoticed."

This information does not replace medical advice.