How to Soothe a Teething Baby: Raccoon vs Farm Teethers
By Konges Sløjd | Official Brandsite and Online store – Konges ... | Published: 2026-11-01
Category: How-to Guides
A practical step-by-step guide to soothing a teething baby with natural rubber teethers, plus how to choose between the Raccoon and Farm animal shapes.
Quick answer
Offer a chilled natural rubber teether with varied textures and an easy-to-grab handle, and let your baby lead the chewing. The Raccoon teether suits babies who like a wider two-handed grip, while the 2-pack Farm teethers give you a spare shape for different fussy days.
Why texture and shape matter more than a single 'best' teether
Teething discomfort comes and goes, and a teether that works one day may be ignored the next. Natural rubber with mixed textures gives gums different surfaces to explore, which can help a baby stay interested longer than a smooth, uniform shape.
Shape affects how easily your baby can hold and aim the teether. A wider body with side handles, like the Raccoon, encourages a two-handed grip. A single-handle farm animal shape is simpler to direct toward one side of the mouth. Neither is better in every case; match the shape to how your baby currently grabs and chews.
What the Raccoon and Farm teethers share
Both options are made from 100% natural rubber, hand-painted with food-grade paint, and CE-tested to European standard EN-71-1. Both are suitable from 0 years and measure roughly 13 cm by 10 cm, so the size difference is not the deciding factor.
That means your choice comes down to grip style, variety, and value. The Farm set gives you two animals (sheep and cow) for rotation, while the Raccoon is a single, wider shape with handles on each side.
When a silicone teether for gums might be preferred
Some parents prefer a silicone teether for gums because it can be washed more aggressively or chilled in different ways. The products here are natural rubber, so follow the care guidance that comes with them rather than assuming silicone-style cleaning routines apply.
If your baby is a very aggressive chewer or you need a teether that can go through repeated high-heat sterilization, ask the brand or check the packaging before relying on natural rubber. The absence of specific sterilization instructions in the catalog means you should confirm with the manufacturer rather than guess.
Step-by-step teething relief routine
- 1. Check the teether before each use: Inspect the natural rubber for tears, cracks, or loose paint, especially along the handles and textured edges. Wipe clean according to the care instructions that come with the product. A damaged teether should be replaced, not repaired.
- 2. Chill, don't freeze: Place the teether in the refrigerator to cool it before offering it. Avoid freezing natural rubber unless the manufacturer explicitly says it is safe, as extreme cold can change the material. Cold, not rock-hard, is the goal.
- 3. Offer the teether when your baby is receptive: Hand it over during a calm, alert moment rather than at the peak of crying. Let your baby bring it to their own mouth and choose which texture to chew. Forcing a teether into a crying baby's mouth usually backfires.
- 4. Match the shape to your baby's grip: If your baby tends to grab with both hands, try the Raccoon with its two side handles. If they prefer a single-hand hold, the Farm animals' one handle may be easier to aim. Watch which hand your baby leads with before deciding.
- 5. Rotate textures and shapes: Switch between the Raccoon and the sheep or cow teether every few minutes or between sessions. Different textures can re-engage a baby who has lost interest. Keep the second teether clean and ready so rotation is easy.
- 6. Pair with other comfort measures: Use the teether alongside a gentle gum massage with a clean finger or a cool drink if your baby is old enough. If teething seems severe or your baby has a fever, contact your pediatrician rather than relying on teethers alone. Teethers are one tool, not a substitute for medical advice.
Product facts
- TEETHER RACOON - caramel brown: Soft rubber teether shaped like a raccoon, with practical handles on each side and different textures. The side handles let a baby hold it with both hands, which can make it easier to keep the textured surfaces on the gums.
TEETHER RACOON - caramel brown - 2 PACK TEETHER FARM - sheep/cow: 2-pack of soft rubber farm animal teethers (sheep and cow), each with a practical handle and different textures. Two shapes let you rotate teethers between fussy periods and keep one clean while the other is in use.
2 PACK TEETHER FARM - sheep/cow
