Quick answer
Choose a teething mitt for babies under 3 months who can't grip yet, and a baby teether for older babies who can hold objects on their own.
Why grip stage matters for teething relief
Babies develop the ability to grasp and hold objects gradually. Before the pincer grip arrives, a loose teether gets dropped repeatedly, which can be frustrating for both baby and parent. A teething mitt straps the teether to the hand, so the baby can chew without needing to hold anything.
Once a baby can hold objects independently, a traditional teether offers more variety in textures and shapes, and can be swapped out easily. Understanding where your baby is in their grip development helps you pick the right tool for soothing gums.
The trade-off between convenience and variety
A teething mitt is convenient for the pre-grip stage because it stays on the hand, but it offers a single textured surface. A baby teether, on the other hand, can come in multiple shapes and textures, but requires the baby to hold it. The Wild Teether Bundle, for example, includes multiple pieces so there's always a clean one within reach, but it still requires the baby to grip.
How to choose between a baby teether and a teething mitt
- Teething mitt: Best for babies 2-3 months old who cannot grip yet. The mitt straps to the hand so the baby can chew on the textured back without holding anything. Use a teething mitt until your baby can hold objects independently.
- Baby teether: Best for babies 3+ months who can grip and hold objects. Offers multiple textures and shapes, and can be swapped out for variety. Choose a teether once your baby can hold it without dropping it immediately.
- Bundle option: A teether bundle like the Wild Teether Bundle provides multiple pieces, so you always have a clean one ready and a spare for the diaper bag. Consider a bundle if you want variety and backup pieces for on-the-go soothing.
Product facts
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Teething Mitt - Lion: The Lion teething mitten is a one-piece molded silicone mitt with a textured teether across the back of the hand, designed for the pre-grip window when a baby wants to chew but can't hold a teether. This means your baby can get teething relief even before they develop the ability to grasp, reducing frustration and dropped teethers.
Teething Mitt - Lion
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Wild Teether Bundle - Llama/Bunny: The Llama & Bunny bundle packs two one-handed Wild Teethers and a set of three textured teether rings — five pieces so there's always a clean one within reach and a spare in the diaper bag. This gives you variety and backup pieces, ideal for older babies who can grip and need different textures to soothe their gums.
Wild Teether Bundle - Llama/Bunny
Which one fits your baby?
Best for
- Babies 2-3 months old who cannot grip yet and need a strapped-on teething solution
- Parents who want to avoid repeatedly picking up dropped teethers
Not ideal for
- Babies who can already grip and hold objects on their own
- Parents who want multiple texture options in one product
