![]() Teething is one of the first rituals of life. Supervise children’s brushing and remind them not to swallow the toothpaste. Brush teeth thoroughly twice per day (morning and night) or as directed by a dentist or physician. For children 3 to 6 years of age, use a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste.Supervise children’s brushing to ensure that they use the appropriate amount of toothpaste. For children younger than 3 years, caregivers should begin brushing children’s teeth as soon as they begin to come into the mouth by using fluoride toothpaste in an amount no more than a smear or the size of a grain of rice.When your child has two teeth that touch, you should begin cleaning between their teeth daily. Until you’re comfortable that your child can brush on his or her own, continue to brush your child's teeth twice a day with a child-size toothbrush and a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste.A baby’s front four teeth usually push through the gums at about 6 months of age, although some children don’t have their first tooth until 12 or 14 months. As soon as teeth appear, decay can occur. Begin cleaning your baby’s mouth during the first few days after birth by wiping the gums with a clean, moist gauze pad or washcloth. ![]() As your child grows, their jaws also grow, making room for their permanent teeth. The good news is that tooth decay is preventable! Most children have a full set of 20 baby teeth by the time they are 3-years-old. In some cases, infants and toddlers experience decay so severe that their teeth cannot be saved and need to be removed. It most often occurs in the upper front teeth, but other teeth may also be affected. Tooth decay in infants and toddlers is often referred to as Baby Bottle Tooth Decay. Most importantly, remember that improvement takes time, and setbacks happen.Your child’s baby teeth are at risk for decay as soon as they first appear-which is typically around age 6 months. There are so many fun and creative ways to reward ourselves. Stay home and binge your favorite Netflix show or buy concert tickets for your favorite band (once quarantine is over, of course). Give yourself a nice reward when you’ve achieved a small goal or milestone, like getting a massage or scheduling some “me” time. (I just had a baby and am envisioning getting into my old jeans-yay!) Think about future benefits to stay on track. We forget things day to day, and writing everything down helps. Journaling is a perfect way to see your progress. Record how things are going to help you stay focused and catch slip-ups. Try exercise, a favorite hobby, being artistic, puzzles, reading, hiking, or spending time with family and friends. A workout buddy or therapist who can check in with you on your goals is always helpful. Being held accountable is great when trying to create better practices. Find friends, family, coworkers, neighbors, or groups for support, or ask people to join you. ![]() Do they have beneficial habits? Do they have a negative influence on you? Try to surround yourself with positive people who will support your new habit. Buy a planner or create a day-to-day schedule. Write down steps to help you achieve them. Identify unhealthy patterns and triggers. Here are some ways you can start creating healthier habits today: You just have to be consistent to let the pathways in your brain rewire in healthy directions. ![]() What I came to find out was this: no one is hard-wired, and everyone can create new habits at any given time. In my book, The Rewired Life, I discuss how to create healthy habits and increase self-care for the mind, body, and spirit. It’s not easy, but you can boost your ability to create and sustain a healthy lifestyle by being aware of your habits first, and then assessing which ones you want to change. Maybe you’ve already tried to eat healthier, get more exercise or sleep, quit smoking, cut back on drinking, or reduce stress. Know that making healthy choices can help you feel better and live longer.
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