Gum Health
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Teething
Asked by A.R. from Columbia
on May 17, 2008
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My daughter is now 6 months old and has her two bottom teeth and is cutting her eye teeth first instead of her front teeth. the doctors says there is no order in how t...
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- I second the Hylands teething tablets and the frozen carrots. I also froze wet washcloths and baby girl LOVED to gnaw on those.
- Hylands teething tablets are all natural and they worked wonders for us!! They can usually be found at Walgreens:) Good luck!
- Hi A., I use a combination of ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, etc.) and the Highlands (I don't know if that's the correct spelling) homeopathis teething tablets. Ibuprofen...
Teething Has Turned My Sweet Angel into a Little DEVIL
Asked by T.F. from Indianapolis
on June 18, 2008
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My son is almost 5 months and for the last week he has been crazy. He usually sleeps through the night, doesn't cry much, and just really happy. He got his 4 mth sho...
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- He may be teething but it could also very likely be from his shots. I would strongly encourage you to research vaccinations. You will be surprised at what you find! Bl...
- i am very sorry you're going through this, this is what i have done with all my kids & it helps ALOT...get a dry wash rag and put one cube of ice in the center then wr...
- Not to sound like a broken record but.... the Teething Tablets by Hylands are amazing. Neither one of mine could stand the ora-gel and we finally found that and it was...
Alternate Toothpaste for a 3Yr Old?
Asked by M.V. from Salt Lake City
on July 18, 2011
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I am trying to make instill good habits on my 3yr old. I have already got him excited about brushing his teeth and was going great. Was finally able to make the transi...
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- You can get ACT mouthwash--it's pink usually, and just dip the tips of the bristles in and brush, so he gets a little fluoride on his teeth, but no foam or sting.
- There are many organic toothpastes out there - try the whole food stores. I am sure they have kids toothpaste with little or no mint in them. or Reduce the amoun...
- Hi! My 4 yr old uses Silly Strawberry flavor from Tom's of Maine. It has no mintiness at all. It also does not have fluoride. They may make a version with fluoride if ...
How Long Does the Teething Symptoms Last?
Asked by A.S. from Sacramento
on March 19, 2008
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I have a beautiful 7 month old little girl. The last 10 days have been awful. She developed a temperature, runny nose, and lost interest in eating solids. I am stil...
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- My son is 5 months and has been cutting teeth for the last 3 weeks. Infant tylenol is wonderful; orajel is great for the gums as well, wet wash cloth, and if all else...
- In my experience with teething with both my kids the symptoms were diarrhea, severe diaper rash, drooling, and fussiness and discomfort. I don't remember loss of appet...
- I would get oral gel for the teeth it works great.
Gluten Free Products
Asked by J.C. from Chicago
on February 12, 2008
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I am looking to find some great tasting gluten free products. I recently found out that I cannot have gluten in my diet and would also like to eliminate it from my fa...
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- I'm pretty sure you can get the Xanthan gum even at Jewel- try the baking section. Try the "organic" grocery stores for pre-made items- Whole Foods, Fruitful Yield, et...
- Actually I have bought xanthum gum at Myjers. Thay actully have a lot of wheat free gluten free food.
- We have a dairy, soy and gluten free house. We shop at Whole Foods, Trader Joes, For The Good of It, Sunrise Foods, Dominicks and Natural Choices. Whole Foods is my fa...
Husband
Asked by H.M. from Chicago
on March 22, 2011
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Ok I'll try to make this short, my husband of 9 years (together 11) does not have the best teeth. Growing up he never really took care of them neither did his parents...
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- Solely my opinion here, but your smile/teeth are often the first things people notice about you! What is his job? Does he come into contact with people face-to-face ...
- It sounds like having healthy teeth are very important to him now. It's not his fault that his parents failed him in this area, so I would simply put that frustration ...
- sometimes bad teeth and mouth issues are hereditary. Granted he probably could've taken better care of his teeth, but that doesn't necessarily mean that he wouldn't b...
Ideas for Gift Basket for My Sister Who's Quitting Smoking 2/15
Asked by L.C. from Raleigh
on February 10, 2009
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My sister has set her quit date for 2/15. She's in Orlando and too far for me to support her by walking with her or taking the kids or helping that way. I thought I ...
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- Instead of a gift basket, I would send a card at each mile marker. She makes it one week send a card congratulating her, 2 weeks, one month, two months, three months, ...
- What a great way to be supportive!! I always said if I had not gotten pregnant I never would have been able to quit. You might include a pack of index cards with suppo...
- Dear L. C. How wonderful to hear your sister is going to quit that smoking. I too had that vice many years ago. But I just quit and realised I wanted to live a lif...
Relief for Teething
Asked by A.G. from Tucson
on January 14, 2008
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My daughter has her first tooth coming in and she is naturally having some issues. What natural remedies are out there for soothing?
We have the cold teething ring...
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- We did use Hyland's Teething Tablets (homeopathic remedy) and they seemed to help. Another thing to try if she can do solid foods -- I made whole wheat mini-bagels...
- Hello, You can go to a store like vitiman cottage and pick up Homeopathics tablits made of Chamomilla. I have used those and they seem to work pretty good. The othe...
- A., I used Hyland's teething tablets, actually still do! I also tried Gripe Water and another Homeopathic liquid that came in single use shots. I found the last one...
Pregancy
Asked by L.J. from Detroit
on April 30, 2009
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I'm 9 weeks and can't stop spitting or vomitting. I can't swallow my saliva it feels as if it's 1000 degrees( sorry if I just grossed out the entire mamasource commun...
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- Hi L.---I really feel for you. I had 3 pregnancies and with all 3 I had morning sickness. Hated to brush my teeth because it made me gag, and then... I am taking ...
- Hi L., Congratulations on your new little one! Join the club of those of us with severe morning sickness. I'm with you on this one. I'm 5 months along now--sick f...
- I agree with trying Preggie pops (or drops). They are all natural, and they really helped me with the nausea. I have seen them at Motherhood Maternity, but most recent...
9 Month Old Grinds His Teeth
Asked by L.W. from Nashville
on August 21, 2008
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My son has two bottom teeth that he is grinding against his new top teeth. It sounds painful. Should I be concerned for his dental health this early?
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- he's just getting used to these new things in his mouth and found out they make funny noises together! my husband said not to worry (he's a dentist)... but i always d...
- My boys did that and I asked his dentist about it and he told me that grinding teeth is normal and it helps to get baby teeth loose. My boys started early too. I thi...
- My son did this for several months. The ped said not to worry about it that is was normal and would stop...it did. I think it was more nerve racking for me (couln't ...
