As I sit here reeling from a long day of toddler trauma, (we're cutting molars, and yes, it is truly a family activity) I thought I'd share some Teething advice. Makes me feel like I have know what I'm doing.

Best products:
Hyland's Teething Tablets
all natural - can use in conjunction with anything else. can buy anywhere.

Hurricaine Gel
Way stronger than baby orajel - only need a tiny dab. Your pharmacist can order it for you.

Infant tylenol for under 6 mos.

Infant Ibuprofen if older than 6 mos.

We've actually done ibuprofen every 6-8 hours (acc. to directions) and a dose of tylenol at 4 hours in the middle for the really severe episodes. We did this at a nurse's suggestion, and it helped.

Other Suggestions:
Popsicles. Messy but soothing.

Frozen waffles. messy, but you let your baby gnaw on the waffle - still frozen. Makes a great snack and the cold is soothing to their gums.

Frozen or chilled teething ring toys.

Cold wet washcloth to suck on - we didn't do this but it was recommended.

The obligitory warning: obviously as with everything medicinal, don't take a stranger's blog advice as gospel, check with your pediatrician. There are varied schools of thought with many things teething & children, you have to do what works for you.

Oh, and don't forget the parents.
For Mom & Dad:
Tylenol/Excedrin
Wine/beer

comfy rocking chair
extensive TV channels
Eye drops & coffee for morning

Good Luck.