Rattles & Teethers: Babies 'R' Us
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Safe Teethers
Asked by A.W. from Dallas
on June 23, 2008
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I am looking for teethers that are safe for my baby. I have several and they all seem go over well with my baby, however my doctor suggested that I find some that are ...
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- I dampen washcloths and freeze them.
- under the nile makes great organic cotton teethers. just google them online. they have a bear and a bee teether, and their organic cotton fruit and veggie toys make go...
- I totally agree with your doctor- they shouldnt put anything suspicious in their mouths. I dont give my son plastic to teethe on at all. I have been very happy with th...
Crib as Teether
Asked by M.H. from Dallas
on November 10, 2008
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My 8 month old has 8 teeth and has started using his crib rail as a teether. The rail is wider than the teething guard at Babies R Us. Any suggestions?
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- I had the same problem with my girls. I'm not familiar with the Gummi Rail, but all of the other ones I tried did not work, because it went over the top, but my daught...
- I'm not sure how to get him to stop chewing on his crib rail, but I would recommend getting him an amber teething necklace. You can find them online. I got my daught...
- There are fabric covers for the crib rail - Bite Me Bumper (http://www.rtkidworks.com/Bite%20Me%20Bumper.swf) and Leachco Easy Teether (http://www.amazon.com/Leachco-E...
BPA Free Teethers?
Asked by L.S. from Austin
on November 20, 2009
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Hi,
with all the scare about BPA should I be looking for BPA free teether toys for my 6mo. old?? It seems that if the risk of BPA transmission is highest with repea...
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- BPA is generally used in type 3 (PVC) and type 7 (other) resins. So unless it is specifically marked BPA-free, I wouldn't use products marked with either of these code...
- Avent makes them. They also make bpa free pacifiers. Check babierus.com
- I totally uderstand your desire to find BPA free teethers. Honestly, I gave my little one wet washcloths so I didn't have to worry about it. Just a clean one each ...
Orajel for Teethers, Is It a Good Idea??
Asked by M.M. from Los Angeles
on March 3, 2008
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I am just wondering what advice you all have about putting orajel on your babies gums for teething. I have heard that it can cause the baby to choke because it numbs t...
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- I believe there is a version of Orajel for infants, but I am the biggest fan of "Hyland's Homeopathic Teething Tablets". They are tiny pellets that you dissolve under...
- I personally think the orajel works ok. It just doesn't do much. I had a pediatrician tell me that for some reason it causes the teeth to take longer to cut if you u...
- I am a mother of three gorgeous daughters, 15, 13, & 11. I also have been in the dental field for the past 20 years. I recommend Baby Orajel for teething babies. I ...
Munchkin Fresh Food Teether
Asked by J.A. from New York
on March 6, 2008
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Hello, my little boy just turned 7 months old. I received a two pk. of the Munchking mesh fresh food teethers for my shower and have still yet to use them. My baby i...
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- I put a frozen or cold banana and frozen peaches - it tastes yummy, keeps Spencer busy, and makes a great teether. I've also put Zweibek toasts in - it makes them les...
- Hi! I have used the mesh teethers with many daycare kids that I watch. They love it! You can put really anything in them. I have put the Zwiback toast, and the bit...
- Frozen chunks of banana are great for teething.
Seeking Advice for a Terrible Teether!
Asked by K.W. from Spokane
on July 29, 2008
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I have a 15 month old that is a horrible teether. I am not talking about just a little fever and being fussy. I am talking full blow fever of 103 degrees, diahrea, scr...
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- I agree that letting her sleep with you would be a good thing, even if she can only lay there and snuggle you'll both still get some needed rest. When my daughter was ...
- Hi K.- Have you taken her to the pediatrician to check for an ear infection(s)? Teething and ear infxn's can have alot of the same symptoms from what I've experience...
- K., The only other thing I can think of is this: If she only wants you to comfort her, let her sleep with you for comfort. If she want you for comfort and she's i...
Advice/Suggestion On Baby Shower Gifts
Asked by E. from Dayton
on April 25, 2007
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Hi...My workplace is having a combined baby shower for three women who are expecting this spring. All three are having their first, all are having boys, and all have ...
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- How about a book that was a particular favorite of your son's?
- This was the best present i have given at a baby shower....Baby Detergent and dye/fragrance free dryer sheets. Its not expencive but all mothers now you have to have i...
- I was in the same boat not too long ago. I decided to get a couple of coworkers in on the gift. I wanted to get them a picture package with a local photographer (We us...
Where to Buy a Nice Crib
Asked by R.C. from Minneapolis
on August 10, 2010
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Hello,
I am due with # 3 in January. My first two used the same crib, but with the big recall for the drop down sides, along with the age of the crib (it is 6 year...
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- As far as the drop side cribs they now make repair kits with a devise that makes it so the crib side can no longer drop but other than that you could try a furniture s...
- I like some on cribs.com. I used to work at Babies R Us, and we did sell a fair amount of good to high quality cribs. Baby Italia is made of solid wood and are great c...
- I cannot answer where to buy the crib, but I believe the government is going to consider banning drop side cribs because of the reported problems that seem to affect a...
New Mom and Baby Registry
Asked by L.J. from Cincinnati
on September 21, 2011
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I will be having my first child in December and I am attempting to create a baby registry. I thought this process would be easy and it's actually harder than I thought...
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- I wouldn't worry about it too much. Just get the necessities and don't fret over the small stuff. There are always gadgets that people will suggest and other peopl...
- people have said it but here it is in simple terms. Get a variety, wait till the last minute to make big purchases and SAVE receipts. Every baby is different. I boug...
- It would depend on your lifestyle, are you SAHM ? Are you planning on outing a lot, are you active? Are you planning on breastfeeding? Since you are in OH, you will mo...
Traveling with a 7 Month Old
Asked by K.G. from Houston
on February 22, 2010
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I'm nervous. I am flying to a funeral next week with a 7 month old. My husband and older son will be staying here. I have never flown with an infant. What do I nee...
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- Your diaper bag will count as a carryon. Check the tsa.gov site. If you are using formula, bring only ready-to-eat cans/bottles. The 3oz size. If you normally use po...
- I vote that you BRING A STOLLER with! That way you can put your carryon and other items in the basket through the airport! We always just gate check ours so it is ri...
- To avoid any problems with his ears is good to give him the bottle on take off and landing. Ask your pediatrician for ear drops too. (just in case).I will recommend...
