Teeth!

On Thursday at Stay & Play there was a lady there to give a chat about dental health. In all honesty, most of what she had to say was just common sense, but she claimed that a lot of mums don't have the sense not to give their babies sugary drinks in their bottles. I got the feeling she was dying to tell me that something I was doing wasn't good for Francis's teeth, but I only brought her disappointment because it seems I'm already doing all the right things. At least I've got the hang of one part of motherhood...

The best part of the chat was the freebies! Francis got a free toothbrush and toothpaste and, as Francis didn't have any teeth, I was advised to let him play with the toothbrush to get him used to it. So, when we got home I sat Francis in his Bumbo and let him have a good chew on the toothbrush which then got thrown on the floor numerous times and generally dribbled on and abused.

The next day I did my usual check of Francis's gums. He's been showing signs of teething for months now so I like to check regularly to see if anything has emerged. Much to my surprise I could feel something sharp poking through his bottom gum! To be sure I wasn't imagining it, I tapped his gums with a teaspoon and, sure enough, there was the "chink chink" of a little tootipeg! Trust Francis to cut his first tooth the day after he renders a free toothbrush unusable.

Today while out shopping we picked him up a new, not free toothbrush and before his bath I brushed his teeth for the first time. He was as good as gold and actually seemed to really enjoy the new experience. Hopefully the novelty won't wear off for him and bath times will continue to be a fun time for both of us.

Lisa xxx