Soft Chomp Kickstarter Campaign

Soft Chomp, a patent-pending ouchless infant and toddler toothbrush and collection of teethable children’s books, made its debut on Kickstarter February 23, during the American Dental Association’s National Children’s Dental Health Month.

Created by a mom in search of a better tooth brushing experience for her teething baby, Soft Chomp transforms tooth brushing from a painful, dreaded nightly battle into a fun, engaging, and pain-free part of families’ bedtime routines. 

Soft Chomp’s ouchless infant and toddler toothbrush is the only finger-fitted toothbrush with a double layer design: a soft, cushy silicone outer layer and a firm inner layer that protects parents’ fingers from bites during brushing, making tooth brushing a pain-free experience for babies, toddlers, and their parents. 

More than just a better toothbrush, Soft Chomp helps parents build a better bedtime routine, one that is as fun as it is healthy. Izzy’s First Tooth and Rocky’s Big Dream are water-proof, drool-proof, teething-proof children’s books that turn brush time into play time, whether in the bath, at the sink, or on the changing table. The books feature bright colors, sweet animal characters, and rhyming storylines that introduce kids to the concept of brushing in a fun and playful way.

Soft Chomp raised 15% of its $17,000 Kickstarter funding goal in its first 24 hours and is on pace to surpass the goal amount. 


***No compensation was received for this post. Information was provided by the company or their representative. This is not a review.****

Try Xlear for National Children’s Dental Health Month

Just in time for National Children’s Dental Health Month, Xlear Inc., the leading manufacturer of xylitol products on the market today, has released a fun video to share with your families!  More and more parents are leaving the dentist’s office in shock at the amount of dental work their young children are in need of.  Even when you think you are teaching your kids proper dental hygiene, it is sometimes just not enough.  Xlear has put together a video showcasing the most effective way to keep your kids pearly whites healthy and strong! 






My Thoughts 

Xlear is  the leading manufacturer of products made with Xylitol, an all natural way to prevent tooth decay.   Xylitol is a white crystalline substance that looks and tastes like sugar, and is now being used in a variety of products to help promote good oral health.  From candy to toothpaste, this amazing discovery is changing the way we think about oral hygiene.  Here are just a few examples.

 SparX are tasty candies that are made with Xylitol. They come in three fantastic flavors including citrus, berry, and fruit. Each one is a sweet treat kids of all ages can enjoy. You can suck them or crunch them. Enjoy them one at a a time or by the handful. The fun tubes make them a great snack for on the go. They'd also be a a nice treat for Easter baskets. 

If you have a baby getting ready to start brushing, Kids Spry Tooth Gel is a great way to get started on the path to sparkling white teeth. It has a yummy strawberry banana flavor and it's safe to swallow. It's an all-natural, flouride free option that will leave kids and parents smiling. It also comes in original and bubble gum varieties.

The products from Xlear are fun, functional, taste great, and best of all, they can help prevent cavities. If you'd like to learn more about Xclear and all the products they offer, head over to their website. 

 

Tom's of Maine Helps Brighten Smiles During Children’s Dental Health Month #goodbedtime

To kick off National Children’s Dental Health Month, natural oral care leader Tom’s of Maine is encouraging children to color their way to better oral health and help others at the same time. A free downloadable coloring book called “Brushing Fun” contains tips encouraging healthy brushing habits and taking care of the planet. With each download, Tom’s of Maine will donate 10 tubes of its Wicked Cool! natural kids toothpaste to Oral Health America (OHA), up to 200,000 tubes, in addition to a $50,000 donation to its dental health programs.

As part of its 14^th annual Dental Health for All program, Tom’s of Maine will earmark its $50,000 donation to support OHA’s Smiles Across America program, which involves a network of dental clinics and school-based programs around the country.  To date, Dental Health for All has provided more than $1 million in funding for oral care services and prevention to a variety of organizations, helping to support more than 200,000 additional patient visits at no or nominal cost to families in need.

Twitter Party

Tom’s of Maine and OHA will also recognize National Children’s Dental Health Month by co-hosting a Twitter party along with Family Focus Blog and Crunchy Beach Mama on February 10, 2015 at 8 p.m. EST. Topics to be discussed include healthy bedtime habits, better brushing tips and more. Join the party by using the hashtag #goodbedtime.

For more information on Tom’s of Maine or Dental Health for All, visit their website.

My Thoughts

My husband is one of those conspiracy theorists. He has a lot of crazy ideas and we don't always see eye to eye. Maybe because I'm too much of an optimist. But there is one thing we agree on, and that's the fact that the chemicals in most dental hygiene products aren't good for our children. Do I believe it's the first step to government brain control?...no. But I do feel that natural is best in all things and I don't like allowing chemicals into my family's bodies when it's not necessary. That's one of the reasons why I love Tom's of Maine. They have a whole line of natural oral care products for kids and adults, and recently they introduced some new skincare products as well. We were lucky enough to try out a few of their newest products and they make mom, the kids, and even conspiracy theorists happy.  Here are our thoughts on a few of my favorite items.

Wicked Cool Toothpaste

This toothpaste is designed for kids eight and older and is perfect for my tweens. They've outgrown the bubble gum and berry flavors and this the perfect transitional toothpaste. The mint flavor freshens their breath and gets their teeth clean, but it's not as intense as adult toothpastes. It is also available in a fluoride free variety.

Children's Silly Strawberry Toothpaste

The Silly Strawberry Toothpaste again comes in both fluoride and fluoride free varieties. The yummy strawberry taste and cute design are the perfect way to encourage younger children to brush their teeth. My kids have been much more enthusiastic about brushing their teeth since we started using this. They love the great taste and I love that it's made with all-natural ingredients I can feel good about using.

Tom's of Maine Training Toothpaste

This formula is specially designed for baby's and toddlers and is safe to swallow. It's all-natural and fluoride free. Perfect for ages 3-24 months.

 Baby Shampoo & Wash

This is a great two in one product. It has a very light aroma, and is gentle enough to use on even the smallest babies. It lathers nicely but doesn't leave skin feeling greasy. Best of all, there are no pthalates or parabens, making it a wonderful, all natural choice.

Baby Lotion

These will leave your baby's skin soft and smooth without the heavy perfumes. Just one applications keeps skin soft and protected all day long.


These are only  a few examples of the amazing products at Tom's of Maine. To learn more or to find a store near you, check out their website. Also be sure to follow their social media.

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Celebrate Children’s Dental Health Month with CloSYS - #Giveaway

 

February is Children’s Dental Health Month. The makers of CloSYS is tops when it comes to children’s dental health. They offer a line of high-quality products including toothpaste, oral spray, and mouthwash that are free of alcohol and sulfates (foaming agents) and are pH balanced. CloSYS products also contain the ingredient Cloralstan, a patented ingredient naturally activated by the amino acids in saliva that kills 99.9% of bacteria in 10 seconds and prevents their re-growth to protect the body from health issues.

 My Thoughts

I always encourage my kids to take care of their teeth, but they are at an in-between age where it's hard to find products that are right for them. They are too big for the bubblegum flavors with cartoon characters. But many of the intense toothpastes and washes meant for adults burn their mouths. CloSYS is the perfect choice for them because it has all the cavity fighting power you need to protect your teeth, but it's gentle as well.

We tried out a few different CloSYS products and I was pretty impressed with the selection. The toothpaste keeps teeth white, but does it with a mild mint flavor that won't burn your mouth. The oral rinse has no flavor at all. So it's like swishing with water, but with all the benefits of mouthwash. If you prefer a mouthwash with flavor, CloSYS also has a new mouthwash called justRIGHT Mild Mint. I like this one even better that the tasteless variety. The minty flavor is subtle. It still doesn't burn your mouth like most mouthwashes, but the minty flavor leaves a pleasant taste in your mouth. Sometimes in the morning, I need something with minty flavor to make my mouth feel really fresh. 

 One of the big differences between CloSYS and other oral care products is the lack of sulfate. This is what makes your toothpaste foam up, but it's really just for show. Sulfate has no real benefits and can actually be harmful. It's known to cause canker sores. They also leave out the alcohol, instead using a stabilized chlorine dioxide that kills the bacteria in your mouth.   In short CloSYS gives you everything you need and nothing you don't. Choose from fluoride and fluoride free varieties.

If you want to learn more about CloSYS and all the products they offer, be sure to visit their website or follow them on face book.

The Giveaway

One lucky winner is going to receive a  one-month kit of CloSYS products. To enter, just fill out the giveaway tools  form below. Open to the US. Giveaway will end 2/15/15. The winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to reply. Thanks again to CloSYS for offering this fantastic prize.

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National Children's Dental Health Month: FireFly Toothbrush and Toothpaste

**Product was received in exchange for an honest review**

FireFly Light-Up Kids' Toothbrush (www.FireFlyToothbrush.com):  Is the best way to get kids to brush!  By giving them a toothbrush that lights up and flashes, you can motivate them to brush for the dentist recommended time of one minute per arch.  FireFly toothbrushes inspire kids to want to brush!  Available in fun, popular characters like Barbie, Angry Birds and Superman.  Also available in the original FireFly light up toothbrush for only $.99 per brush - only $4 total for parents to spend on a year supply of toothbrushes for each child.  Recommended by dentists nationwide.

New FireFly Fluoride Foam Toothpaste isn’t a traditional paste or gel.   It has a foamy texture and kids squirt it right in their mouths!  No more countertop spills or clogged tubes…something parents will appreciate.   It’s fun to use and has a kid-friendly bubble gum flavor.  Unlike regular toothpaste, it’s immediate foaming action flushes out food debris from those hard-to-reach places.  It is also recommended for braces wearers who tend to brush too hard and risk breaking wires.  Available in a fun choice of characters including:  Angry Birds, Marvel’s Spider-Man, Barbie™*, or FireFly.  SRP $2.99 at Walgreens, Target, Amazon.com, Drugstore.com and other retailers.

Our Thoughts
Since February is National Dental month, it's natural that we kick it off with a review of some toothbrushes and toothpastes! My kids have a hard time understanding just how long they're supposed to brush their teeth to get them clean. They also don't know how much toothpaste to use and almost always end up at least some toothpaste because it falls off the toothbrush. 

The FireFly Light-Up Toothbrush and Foam Toothpaste are perfect solutions for kids like mine! The toothbrush lights up and gives them a green light when they push the button as they start brushing their teeth. As the time ticks away it eventually moves to yellow to let them know they're almost done and turns red when they've brushed for the suggested amount of time. The lights make it so that the kids brush and don't stop to ask if they're almost done. It's actually made brushing fun for them! The toothbrushes come in most of their favorite characters!


The FireFly Foaming Toothpaste has been great too. It's made it so that there is less waste.The foam I can squirt directly into their mouths (or they can do it easily too) and start brushing immediately! The kids think that it's the neatest thing in the world right now and WANT to brush their teeth 2-3 times a day! The cool thing is you can coordinate your toothbrushes and toothpastes so they match!


You can find other FireFly products on their website or at your local Walgreens and Targets! Check them out, the products could make it less of a fight to get the kids to brush their teeth. 

FireFly is available on Facebook and Twitter also!  

 
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***Please note that I received no form of monetary compensation for this post. The opinions expressed in the review are my own and were not influenced in any way.***