Gum Health
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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...
Recurring Dreams - Have You Experienced This?
Asked by A.B. from Pittsburgh
on June 11, 2012
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Hi mamas,
I try not to put too much stock in dreams bc I always have a ton of crazy stuff floating around in my brain, but today I woke up in a panic after having ...
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- Actually teeth falling out is a very common dream. And usually it means that the person dreaming has a inner fear (or is dealing with) health problems. It can also be ...
- I dream about my teeth falling out ALL the time! It's a sign that you are "chewing" things over in your mind. I get them when I am stressed and/or possibly dealing wit...
- Not really... not since I was a kid anyway. You know, the typical ones: You've fallen or gotten knocked down (mine was that I was in a go-kart that ran out of gas, a...
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 ...
Dad Won't Let Toddler Brush Before bed...what to Do
Asked by S.S. from Detroit
on April 9, 2008
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I have a 2 year old that enjoys his 4oz bottle of milk before bed. (Dad's idea).
I want toddler to brush after his bottle and before bed.(my idea)
Dad says bushing ...
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- With my daughter all they did at the appt was count her teeth and introduce her to the chair. :-) Our dentist wanted her to be closer to 3... Is it possible to switch...
- Hi. You could try rubbing his teeth with a warm washcloth, as he is lying in your lap.That will not prevent cavities however. You could put warm water in his bottle r...
- Unfortunately, you should tell your husband what will REALLY ruin the mood, and that's dental caries from not brushing your toddler's teeth before bed! It's so import...
Bad Breath
Asked by A.D. from Dallas
on April 25, 2012
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I have BAD BREATH and it is becoming extremely bothersome to me...I am not sure what else to do, anyone have any advice to offer? I brush twice a day, floss, brush som...
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Frenectomy or Not?
Asked by J.D. from Dallas
on April 28, 2009
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Please help me Mommas! My 10 year old son's orthodontist has recommended a frenectomy. (this is the tissue that connects the lip to the gums. The ortho has said if ...
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- Hi Jane, Our daughter had to have a frenectomy for the very same reason. She was 9 years old at that time. It turned out to be a very quick and painless procedure (...
- One ortho recommended it for my 11 year old before she got braces. But, we went with another ortho who didn't say anything about it (price and we moved). After about...
- Hi, I had this procedure done 35 years ago when I was 12....I remember it being a little unpleasant at the time...but the orthodontist told my Mom that if that did not...
Ouch! My Sensitive Teeth Are Killig Me!
Asked by S.L. from Madison
on January 29, 2010
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Hello ladies,
I have been battling with sensitive teeth for a long time now but I'm starting to go crazy! I've even begun putting my son's Orajel on my gums just to g...
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- I have sensitive teeth also. I have found that I need to floss every day because apparently the plaque build-up makes your teeth more sensitive. If I skip even one d...
- Sounds like you have your answer. Just wanted to add that when I asked my dentist why my teeth had become sensitive, he asked if I had been through any stress. I had d...
- I have what my dentist called "brush marks" on my teeth. They say I brush too hard. I have major sensitivity around those areas too. My daughter's orthodontist sell...
10Th Birthday Ideas
Asked by C.K. from Minneapolis
on June 15, 2011
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I have been searching the internet and can't find anything about a double digit birthday party! I need your help! I am planning a family party and want the theme to ...
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- check out birthdaypartyideas.com, it has always been a great resource for me :)
- How about a double layer cake? Make a banner thats says congrats you have made the double digit. Happy 10th birthday.
- my friend was so creative on this subject. they made a invitation on the TOP 10 things about _________ . Starting with the 10 , then 9 and then to the TOP 1 thing ab...
