teething chews

Common materials include natural rubber, various grades of silicone (often food-grade or medical-grade), and in some mitt-style teethers a combination of polyester fabric with silicone sections.

Look for non-toxic construction such as BPA-, PVC- and phthalate-free materials, food-grade or medical-grade silicone, and statements that the product conforms to relevant safety testing or standards.

Wafers are generally intended for babies who can mash food between their gums or use their jaws. Common cues include crawling, mashing food between the gums, starting to bite, and picking up food with fingers. Product labels often recommend about 7–8 months and up.

Look for easy-to-grip shapes and curved handles, cross-bar grips sized for small hands, textured silicone sections that provide traction, and overall sizing designed for a baby’s grasp.