Teething is one of the more challenging phases of babyhood, for babies and parents alike. Sore gums, disrupted sleep, and a baby who wants to chew on everything in sight are the hallmarks of this stage. The right teething toy makes a genuine difference, providing safe, soothing relief while also engaging your baby's developing senses.

At Oliver and Company, we focus on wood and silicone teethers because they are the safest, most effective materials available. Natural beech wood is non-splintering, non-toxic, and has a warmth and weight that plastic cannot replicate. Food-grade silicone is BPA-free, hypoallergenic, flexible, and gentle on delicate gums. Here are our top picks.

Swan Silicone Teether with Wooden Ring

A beautiful combination of natural beech wood and food-grade silicone. The wooden ring is easy for small hands to grip and hold, while the soft silicone swan provides gentle relief for sore gums. Free from BPA, phthalates, cadmium, lead, and heavy metals. FDA approved. A popular gift choice for baby showers and newborns.

Baby Silicone Teether Newborn Gift Sets

A thoughtfully curated gift set that gives babies a variety of teether shapes and textures to explore. Food-grade silicone throughout, soft and flexible, and gentle on gums at every stage of teething. Easy to clean and sanitize. A practical and beautiful gift for any new parent.

Montessori Interactive Track Teething Toy

This Montessori-inspired teether goes beyond simple gum relief. The track maze design provides tactile and visual stimulation alongside teething comfort, and suction cups allow it to be placed on any flat surface so babies can explore it hands-free. A wonderful option for babies who are also developing fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination alongside teething.

Montessori Ball Rattle Sensory Teether

A multi-sensory teether that combines gum relief with auditory stimulation. The soft textured surface massages sore gums while the built-in rattle engages your baby's hearing and encourages them to reach, grasp, and shake. Food-grade silicone, easy to clean, and safe to sanitize in boiling water.

A few things to know about teething toys

Teething toys can be placed in the refrigerator until cool before giving them to your baby. The cold provides additional soothing relief for inflamed gums. Do not put teething toys in the freezer, as extreme cold can damage the material and make the toy too hard for delicate gums.

Always check teething toys regularly for signs of wear. Discard any teether that shows cracks, tears, or pieces that could detach. For babies under 6 months, choose teethers with large, easy-to-grip shapes and no small parts.

Browse our full collection of Montessori baby toys at Oliver and Company and find the right teether for where your baby is right now.