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Amber teething beads
Hi, has anyone used amber teething beads? And if so were they helpful to your lo? Also can you tell me if they need to be cleansed and if so how often. I am asking as some friends have recommended them to me but when I spoke to another friend who iworks in holistic treatments said that Amber needs to be cleansed. I have looked on the internet and found loads of info about the beads but nothing about cleansing them.
Thanks for your help.
Thanks for your help.
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re cleaning - I think just a good rinse in clean water every now and then should be fine.
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I didn't know that they needed to be cleansed either? May do that later.
Back to the question - we've just got some for LO (yesterday) as have heard very good things. Was too scared for him to wear them overnight but he's had it on today and much less drool than normal so far. I have high hopes........
http://www.babyexpert.com/chatroom/topic/174577
One thing to remember is that chemicals such as baby oil and shampoo/soap coat the amber so it doesn't get into the skin so well, so if you use products in the bath etc take it off.
I have his on all the time, including sleep time. Even though not recommended, he has never pulled at it and I always tuck it in under his vest beneath his clothing (it's supposed to be against their skin anyway in order to work). His is also double knotted around each individual bead for extra safety. It's recommended not to get them wet (ie during bath time) as it can weaken the string, but of course the occasional cleansing is ok - juste leave them out to dry properly.
Well thanks for all your replies.
Peeptoe, I had a look at your thread it was really helpful.
Well I decided to buy a necklace and Scarlett has been wearing it for 24 hours now. So far so good, she seems to be less drooly, although she is still dribbling and last night she didn't wake and need to have teething gel put on, so I'm guessing the beads are starting to make a difference, but it is early days at the moment. So fingers crossed they will continue to help.
I decided to put the necklace round her ankle last night as wasn't feeling brave enough to leave it round her neck.
Chubs!! Hi hunnie, I know I have been awful lately for posting on here but will do an update for you in BIM. so as not to bore evryone here.
Thanks again girls, will keep you posted.