Brushing Gums?

sdemilio1231 · May 2013

I was looking through Jack's hygiene kit that we got at the baby shower and I noticed there was a toothbrush, gum brush, and gum massager. I had no idea you were suppose to brush a babies gums. When does this start? He was 10 weeks on Friday.

Chame90 · May 2013

Don't quote me on this but if i remember right it is for when they start teething because it can help alleviate some of the pain, but I'm not completely positive.

ann_jeremiah · May 2013

once they start eating food you should.

Annelea · May 2013

The nurse at the hospital told us to use a wet washcloth and wipe over his gums every time we give him a bath, as far as the gum brush we have one too and I`m not sure when to start using it either.

smfdjo · May 2013

Just looked based on this post and we have one in that kit too. lol. I just ran it under water and put it in his mouth. I think I will stick to the wash cloth.

Heissenbuttel04 · May 2013

I work in a HeadStart program and we have to follow dental regulations (I think they are set by the federal government since they are the ones that fund the program). Starting at 6 weeks the babies have their gums wiped with wet gauze once a day. Once they start getting teeth we use a modified toothbrush (not as many bristles) and start "brushing" their teeth. Then they get toothpaste at 2 years old.

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