It's not a chew toy

Being an informed parent is extremely important to me.  As a registered nurse, I rely heavily on evidence based practice.  I don't make decisions on a gut feeling, I make them on research and solid evidence.  Thankfully I had very late teethers (our first teeth didn't pop out until around 11months!) That being said, I had read some absolute horrifying things about Orajel - specifically Orajel that contained benzocaine.  We decided against any medicated teething gel and decided to stick with all things natural.  

Our favorite teething "things":

1. Frozen washcloths

2. OneStep Ahead Silicone tethers

3. Baltic Amber Teething Necklace

Baltic Amber Teething Necklaces are not chew toys!  A common misconception, the amber never has to touch the gum/teeth.  It is meant to be worn against the skin.  

-Amber is a fossilized resin, not a stone

-Worn next to skin

-Has healing oils that are absorbed by the skin

-Reduces inflammation

-Accelerates wound healing

-Acts as a natural analgesic

Pros:

1. There is a knot before and after each bead 

2. Screw clasp

3. Lightweight

4. Just so darn cute!!!!

Cons:

1. The boys like to pull each others

**Amber teething necklaces should always be supervised when worn.  They are not meant to be worn 24/7.