Could teething be affecting my baby's sleep?

Yes: But, since they teethe almost continuously throughout their infancy, you probably should not assume that any new sleep problem is automatically due to teething.

Yes: Of course! teething hurts and pain keeps you from resting comfortably. Teething tends to peak daily in the late afternoon and middle of the night (1-3 am). If baby is much fussier at those times, consider teething a prime suspect.

Yes: If a baby has new teeth just erupting, the gums at the new teeth may be tender and may make it a little harder for the baby to sleep soundly.

Yes: Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin and some teething gel prior to bed can help with the discomfort.

Yes: Babies will generally wake up more frequently during the night when teething.

Yes: Teething is uncomfortable under the best of circumstances. This could easily keep a baby from sleeping well.

Yes: For many babies, teething leads to mild symptoms that just last a few days. However, for others, teething is painful and can last much longer and affect babies sleep.