A Necklace that Helps Babies with Teething....REALLY?

Since I gave birth to my little boy Oliver on April 7, 2012, I have been doing nothing but researching on the best things that I could do for my son. Not the most expensive or popular, but what is authentically good for him. I am on a mission to do everything for my child via homeopathics versus the typical allopathic route. So listening closely to some homeopaths...and reading articles, I kept hearing how Baltic Amber is used for teething. I thought the babies had to chew on the necklaces, but quickly I learned they just have to wear them. Really? Just wear them? How does that work? Curious to know more I did some more research and asked questions, which led us to our first purchase all the way from Lithuania .... and this is what we bought...

These were the necklaces we purchased from Aidas Vizgaudas on http://www.etsy.com/shop/BalticAmberGiftShop , two for Oliver one for daddy and one for mommy. I love how he put the little angles on the baby ones.

Here is some information on Baltic Amber ( via http://www.amberartisans.com ):

"Today, more than ever, parents are looking for natural ways to care for their infants children instead of reaching for over the counter or prescription drugs. Especially when it comes to teething, a perfectly natural event that marks various growth stages in infancy and childhood. As parents explore how to soothe and calm teething infants and children and give them comfort during these very uncomfortable times, they often turn to one of the oldest, most widely used, and complete natural solutions...amber teething necklaces.

For thousands of years, Baltic amber has been recognized for its incredible healing properties and analgesic pain relief. Completely non toxic, natural amber also supports the immune system which is especially important for infants and children when their young bodies are still in development. So how does Baltic amber provide such incredible relief? We’re glad you asked that question! Over 45 million years ago, an organic substance known as “fossil resin” was produced by unique pine trees in a very large forest in Northern Europe. When the temperatures in the forest went from cold to much warmer, the trees exuded a “sap” or “resin” which became part of the earth around them. As waterways in that area grew in size and strength, the “fossilized” resin reached the bed of the Baltic Sea and subsequently drifted in varying shapes and sizes to the shores. First recorded in 460 BC, amber became the most precious substance of its time as the “gold” of Lithuania, the messenger of ancient history to scientists (the resin having inclusions of tiny insects and plants of that period), and a most unusual healing solution. The healing properties of Baltic amber are attributed to its primary ingredient, Succinic acid, which is mostly located in the surface layer of the amber, and is an exceptionally powerful therapeutic healing agent. So how does amber achieve its role as the primary natural solution to relieving teething pain in infants and toddlers?

In order for Baltic amber to perform its analgesic function, amber artisans designed amber teething jewelry that could be worn comfortably and safely against the child’s skin. When the skin warms the amber, it begins to exude its healing properties providing not only pain relief but a calming effect. The relief will last for long periods of time so you can remove the necklace when your infant is sleeping or unattended. The necklaces fasten with a screw clasp and strung by hand with special knots in between each and every amber bead so if the necklace should break, the rest of the beads will not scatter.

So remember…your child doesn’t need to endure teething pain and the irritability that comes with it. At the first sign of teething, which is most often drooling, find a respected and reliable source for a Baltic amber teething necklace. And then relax and let nature take its course."  

You can also find information on Baltic Amber on http://www.itmonline.org/arts/amber.htm . 

First Day Oliver is wearing his Baltic Amber!

Daddy has a matching one too!

So stylish :)

We are happy with our necklace!

Baltic Amber Necklace, so far so good!

So far I think the Baltic Amber is helping...we don't actually have any teeth out yet. However I have noticed a little less drool and discomfort! We will see as we progress on our teething adventure.