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Five Easy Teething Ring Alternatives
Some teething tots want to chomp down on just about anything except the teething rings mama was expecting to work wonders. If the little one refuses the plastic teethers, check out the slideshow for five alternatives for easing her pain and keeping a soon-to-be toothy grin on her face.
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Tooth Tissues: Kid Friendly or Are You Kidding?
Dental care for wee ones begins when their teeth come in, some pediatricians recommend that parents clean them with a damp washcloth on a daily basis. Given that there are prepackaged wipes for everything from diaper changing to hand sanitizing, it is no surprise that the concept has also been developed for your lil one's pearly whites. Tooth Tissues ($7 for a pack of 30) were created by two dentists concerned about the rise in childhood tooth decay.
Teething Bling: Kid Friendly or Are You Kidding?
When a tot is teething, you want to keep him happy — that's why our parents' generation resorted to a rubbing a lil whiskey on the gums. We recently explored a number of teething remedies, but a newer one caught our eye. Teething Bling are nontoxic, food-safe, phthalate-free silicone teething rings transformed into jewelry.
Lil Links: How to Handle a Baby Biting While Breastfeeding
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- Susan Sarandon tackles empty nest syndrome — Celebrity Baby Blog
- Michael J. Fox talks about living in the moment — Celebrity Baby Scoop
- Recession guide: pregnant without insurance — CafeMom
- Seven bedtime treats under 75 calories — Health
- Beautifully designed children's books — Alpha Mom
- Sarah Jessica Parker is the morning mom — ParentDish
- Do you lie to your kids? — Momversation
- Healthy prenatal eating habits — Fit Pregnancy
Teething Remedy Tips and Tricks
There are few sounds worse than a lil one crying and when mama can't determine how to soothe those wails, it can be torture. When tots begin teething, this scenario may become more frequent and mamas try all kinds of tricks to temper their wee one's pain. Take a look at some of our favorite tried and true remedies for easing teething pain.
lil Find: Kammi Teething Doll
I'm a big proponent of homemade teethers like cold food, but natural remedies aren't practical when you're on the go. These Kammi Teething Dolls ($20) offer a simple solution to soothing baby's ailing gums. They look a bit like cotton gnomes, but the terrycloth dolls are crafted out of knots.
Do You Know Teething Basics?
Baby's first tooth is an exciting milestone, but it often is coupled with some temporary side effects far less pleasant than the sight of your lil one's new pearly whites. Take this little quiz to see if you're in the know about your tot's teething basics.
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First Tooth Box: Kid Friendly or Are You Kidding?
The Jeanine Payer First Tooth Box ($275) is a classic silver resting place for baby's prized first loss. The round box has a hand engraved message that reads:
When a new baby laughs for the first time a new fairy is born, and as there are always new babies there are always new fairies. — J.M.
Mommy Alert! Baby Orajel Can Cause Breathing Difficulties
Teething can be a nightmare for parents and toddlers alike. Many moms rely on products like Ambesol or Baby Orajel to get them through those droolish teary moments. Before stocking up on those "soothers," think again.
Homemade Teethers
If your tot is gnawing on the coffee table, it might be time to toss his teether and make him something a lil more substantial. While some parents rub an over the counter numbing gel on their wee one's gums or rely on the water filled chewies, the latest issue of KIWI Magazine takes the natural approach.
KIWI suggests a list of safe soothers that include cold food, a frozen washcloth, Hyland's homeopathic teething gel or tablets, Homeopathic Chamomilla and a gentle gum massage."
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