It's no coincidence that some teething children are more prone to ear pain and ear infections. A tincture of herbal Plantago (or plantain) should be diluted to 2 parts herbal tincture and one part pure water. Place a few drops of the dilution in the ear and place some of the gums. To help keep the Eustachian tubes clear, don't let your child or infant nurse or take a bottle while lying down. Keep their head elevated at least slightly to keep fluids out of the Eustachian tube.