The best teether toys to soothe sore gums

The Bibado Dawn The Dinosaur Teether was awarded Gold for Best Teething Product at the Mother&Baby Awards 2024.

Dawn the Dinosaur is a Multi-Sensory Teether designed to strengthen and develop mouth muscles and help curious mouths unlock the secrets to biting and chewing.

Our mum tester said: "We got our Dawn the Dinosaur delivered threw the post to test. As soon as it arrive we washed the product which I put on top rack dishwasher and sterilised it which I then gave to him he’s 8 months old and has two bottom teeth and very much teething which he loved he could hold and chew on this all he wanted. The bumps helped easy some of the cutting pain."

Read our full Bibado Dawn The Dinosaur Teether review.

The Matchstick Monkey Teddy Tiger Teether was awarded Silver for Best Teething Product at the Mother&Baby Awards 2024.

Perfect for tiny hands to grip, this adorable Teddy Tiger teether helps to soothe your baby's sore gums. The BioCote® Antimicrobial Protection helps keep germs at bay, whilst textured bumps get teething products straight to the source of the pain, so no fingers are needed. Flexible and fun, the ergonomic design helps your baby develop essential motor skills whilst they chew.

Our mum tester said: "Well for a starters it has helped my son manage his tooth pain, it keeps him preoccupied biting and chewing it in different ways. This has had a positive effect on me! I am less stressed because he us less stressed, its super easy to just give it to him and let him bite on it however he likes. I've found I can get more jobs done!"

Read our full Matchstick Monkey Teddy Tiger Teether review.

The Baby Nom ‘The Gnaw-some Nibbler’ Teething Ring was awarded Bronze for Best Teething Product at the Mother&Baby Awards 2024.

Replace the first in your baby’s mouth with this innovative teether from Baby Nom. The Gnaw-some Nibbler is designed for babies 4+ months. Comprising different textures and points for a satisfying chomp that will help soothe gums!

Our mum tester said: "I like this product as it’s easy for baby (7 month old) to use without constant help from an adult, great round shape for little hands and mouths, Easy to clean and keep clean. Seems really durable and long lasting in design and material A great item, will be buying more as gifts for new parents."

Read our full Baby Nom ‘The Gnaw-some Nibbler’ Teething Ring review.

Gold Winner for Best Teething Product at the M&B Awards 2023

At the top of our list, we have the Gigi Giraffe Teether Set, which is impressive in every aspect. Innovative, it has clever bumps on the back of the giraffe’s head, supplying a hassle-free, handy massage to the molars. The “arms” are easy for your little one to hold, which will help with motor skills and promote self-soothing – as well as encourage brushing early on. Reliable, this little set comes complete with everything you need to keep your little one pain-free and smiling.

One Mum Said: "This is a great teething toy and I think our daughter has got on really well with it. The design of the giraffe's arms makes it easy for our baby to hold on her own. She can get a good grip of it and pull it to her mouth. We really like the different options in the set including the flat faced teether. When we tested the finger brush, we got a positive reaction from our baby as it was a good massage on her gums. When she was teething really badly, we put some teething gel on the tooth brush head and this helped to settle her. The set is great because it will grow with our baby on her teething journey."

Read our full review of the Gigi Giraffe Teething Starter Set here.

Silver Winner for Best Teething Product at the M&B Awards 2023

With long legs that help hard-to-reach molars, soft and bumpy ears to soothe sore gums and a light and easy grip for small hands, Sophie will soon become your baby’s best friend. That said, compared to others on the market, Sophie La Girafe cannot be submerged or put in a steam steriliser or dishwasher as it affects her squeak.

One Mum said: "Sophie has been a great teether. The squeaker and the overall design make it a toy my son will smile at when he sees, and he will reach for. It provides him comfort from teething and he enjoys it as a toy as well.
Being a good size, he has been able to easily reach for it, and the design makes it easy for him to hold on to, and he can chew different parts depending on his preference. It is my go-to toy for teething pain now. The squeaker definitely stimulates him and makes him smile as well.s

Read our full review of Sophie la girafe Original Teether here.

This super-soft carrot teether toy will keep your little one comfortable during those teething days. Its silicone material makes it perfect for calming tender gums and offering teething relief, especially with the bristles on the front and back of the teether. 

One review said: "My daughter (4mo) loves chewing on my thumb. I've tried so many teething toys between my 2 kids. With this one she learnt to hold very quickly and loves playing with it. It is firm but nice to chew on for a little one, with a few textured areas."

The Pippeta Bear Natural Rubber Teether is a soothing companion for teething youngsters. Made from 100 per cent natural rubber, it provides a safe and soft surface for gum relief. The bear design is seriously adorable and easy for little hands to grasp. Free from harmful chemicals, it offers a natural teething solution that's gentle on babies.

One review said: "My daughter loves Albert! He is easy for her grasp and manipulate into her mouth at 5 months old and she enjoys having a good chomp on him! Looks lovely and really good quality so I’m impressed too! Another great product.”

These adorable Cheeky Chomper bibs come in a range of cute reversible patterns and were designed by two mums who were fed up of finding teethers on the floor, and constantly changing their baby’s soaked tops. With the clever design, your little one can chew away, whilst the bib catches the dribbles. Machine washable, with adjustable poppers so the bib grows with your baby.

One review said: "My 4 month old loves this, she's always got the teether in her hand or mouth and the absorbency is really good and they dry really quick. They wash well too. I've just bought more!"

The Handychew comes in two designs: Bertie the Lion and Darcy the Elephant. You can pop the strap around your little one's wrist so they don't lose it, or attach it to your changing bag or pushchair. This silicone teether also features sensory details to keep your baby entertained while they soothe their gums; there are various textures to explore, such as ribbons, a crinkly ear, and a rattle.

Mum tester Talia said: **"**As a mum, this product makes my life easier because it distracts and soothes my baby when she is teething, which means I can get on with everyday jobs that I couldn't normally do, due to my baby being upset and irritable because of her gums bothering her. The wrist attachment also means it doesn't get dropped as easily."

This stylish chic baby teether is the perfect shape for little hands. It's heart-shaped design allows little hands to grip on to it. It is easy to clean and can easily pop into your changing bag. . It's made from BPA and phthalate-free TPU - a durable, non-toxic, 100% recyclable and biodegradable material - you can even stick it in the dishwasher.

My personal review: " I really love this product. BIBS have such elegant and stylish products. I really like the simple yet interesting design. It is cute without being garishly bright. It has helped my son enormously. He can reach for it himself and I do not need to worry about any lose bits. Its very easy to clean, so it's perfect to take out and about."

If you’ve ever noticed how much your baby seems to love biting fingers, they’ll love the Comotomo Silicone teething toy. Designed to mimic a baby’s fingers, the teether is made from a hygienic silicone material. The teether can be held from all sorts of angles, and its circular shape is great for when front teeth are coming through.

Mum tester Laura said : "I would highly recommend this product, and already have to many of my friends! The design of the teether is simple, easy to transport and really easy to clean. My little boy loves to play with this teether and always prefers this one to the many others that he already has. There is also no need to chill the teether, like others suggest, which is great."

These set of two silicone teethers are bound to make you and your baby feel cheerful, featuring a smiling sun and vibrant rainbow. With different textures for your tot to discover and spinning hoops to play with, they're bound to be a hit. 

One review said: "All things from Lucy Darling are adorable and the rainbow teether is no exception. My 12-month-old not only loves to chew on the teethers but they are also a fun sensory toy! Wish I had found LD sooner."

Perfect from 3 months old, this teether toy is made from approved food-grade silicone and is BPA-free, making it safe for babies. Easy to maintain, clean, and amazing for the dishwasher, it can be put in the fridge for pain relief and is the must-have teething aid for your baby.

One review said: "Great teething toy. My baby was premature and low birth weight (born 4 weeks early weighing 4lb 7oz) and other teething toys I'd tried with him were too big to fit comfortably in his mouth for him to chew. He's now 4 months old and the matchstick monkey is the perfect size for him. The monkey's arm parts make it easy for him to hold himself - other toys were too big and chunky and he would keep dropping them. My baby seems to really like his matchstick monkey."