Five Baby Teether Styles Compared for UK Parents

Quick answer: Baby teethers come in several styles. This guide compares a silicone mitten and handheld set, natural rubber, cooling keys, a mini teether and a teething bib. Choose according to your baby’s age and the manufacturer’s instructions, and supervise use.

What parents need to know

This guide compares five baby teether styles to help you understand the differences. Infatot makes the Koda Koala set featured below; this is a brand-authored comparison, not an independent product test. Check the current product page and packaging for prices, age guidance and care instructions.

Five styles at a glance

• Koda Koala Teething Pair: silicone mitten and handheld remote-shaped teether.
• Sophie la Girafe: natural rubber teether.
• Nuby Icy Bite Keys: cooling keys for babies aged three months and over.
• MAM Bite & Relax Phase 1: mini teether for babies aged two months and over.
• Cheeky Chompers Neckerchew: a teething bib.

1 — Infatot® Koda Koala Teething Pair

The Koda Koala Teething Pair contains one silicone koala mitten and one handheld remote-shaped teether. The mitten has textured ears, while the remote has raised buttons to explore. The two shapes offer a choice for supervised teething time.

Choose Blue, Plum, Cream, Teal or Pink. Both pieces come in the selected colour, with a reusable zip pouch. Follow the age and care guidance supplied with your set, check the mitten’s fit and inspect both pieces regularly.

View the Koda Koala Teething Pair for current pricing and details.

2 — Sophie la Girafe Original Teether

Sophie la Girafe is made from natural rubber from the Hevea tree and decorated with food-grade paint. Its animal shape offers different areas to hold and chew. Check the manufacturer’s instructions for age suitability, inspection and cleaning; care requirements vary between materials and designs.

See Sophie la Girafe’s product information and current price.

3 — Nuby Icy Bite Keys

Nuby Icy Bite Keys contain PureIce gel and are intended for babies aged three months and over. They can be chilled in the fridge according to Nuby’s instructions. Do not put them in the freezer.

See Nuby’s age, cooling and care guidance.

4 — MAM Bite & Relax Phase 1

MAM Bite & Relax Phase 1 is a mini teether designed for babies aged two months and over. A small handheld design is another option to consider as your baby develops their grip. Follow MAM’s current product instructions for suitability and cleaning.

See MAM’s product information and current price.

5 — Cheeky Chompers Neckerchew

The Neckerchew combines a dribble bib with an attached teether. This is a different format from a separate handheld toy. Follow the current product’s age, fit, supervision and care instructions.

Explore Cheeky Chompers’ teething range.

Choosing and caring for a teether

• Age and fit: check the specific product’s age guidance. Consider its size, weight and how your baby can hold or use it.
• Condition: inspect before use and follow the manufacturer’s instructions about damage and replacement.
• Cleaning: follow the instructions for that product. Do not assume every teether is suitable for a dishwasher, steriliser or boiling water.
• Cooling: the NHS advises against putting teething rings in the freezer. Only chill a product as its manufacturer directs.
• Supervision: supervise use. Never tie a teething ring around a baby’s neck.

Explore the Koda Koala pair

Explore the Koda Koala Teething Pair for current colour availability, pricing and care details. For more shapes, browse our baby teethers collection.

Frequently asked questions

Can you put a baby teether in the freezer?

The NHS advises against freezing teething rings because this can damage your baby’s gums. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions about whether and how a product can be chilled in the fridge.

Which teether is best if my baby cannot hold a toy yet?

A mitten-style design may be worth considering. Check its fit and age guidance, and supervise your baby. The Koda Koala pair contains one mitten and one handheld remote-shaped teether.

Are all teethers cleaned in the same way?

No. Materials and designs differ. Use the cleaning method specified by the manufacturer for your exact product.