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Baby, Daddy, Health + Fitness, Holidays, Kid, Mommy, Pregnancy + Parenting, Toddler · November 27, 2017

Stocking Stuffers that are Better for Teeth

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I'm a huge advocate of brushing, flossing, and fluoride – dental health is so important! This past summer, Melanie had her first visit to the dentist and they discovered what was suspected to be the beginnings of a cavity on one of her back molars. Since we have another appointment in a few weeks, I've been all over trying to find stocking stuffers that are  during this candy-crazy holiday season. That's when I realized that one of my family's sweetest Christmas morning traditions was also a healthy one!

Every Christmas morning, for as long as I can remember, there was always a tangerine or mandarin in the toe of my stocking. Growing up in rural Alaska, where fresh fruit was almost non-existent and incredibly expensive, this was a really special treat. I've since passed that tradition on to my two kids – both of whom adore it. They snag those “baby oranges” up so fast and ask for us to peel them right away! Who needs candy on Christmas? Not my kids… well, that's not entirely true, but it's nice to know that we parents don't have to rely on sweets to make a great stocking.

In addition to an orange in the toe of your kid's stocking, try these great, tooth-friendly stocking stuffer ideas:

  • Chocolate (instead of hard candies since it washes off teeth easier)
  • Stickers
  • Crayons or markers
  • Small stuffed animals
  • Movie tickets
  • Fidget spinners
  • Silly socks
  • A banana
  • blocks
  • Slinkys
  • Fruit pouches
  • Books
  • Beef jerky
  • Mini cheeses
  • Playdough
  • Action figures
  • Comic books
  • Hair bows
  • Card games

According to the , there are multiple ways that you can encourage your kids to practice good oral health. Fluoride is so important, so make sure that they're brushing their teeth twice a day with toothpaste that includes it. In addition, keep some kid-friendly floss or flossers on hand so your crew can clean their teeth on a daily basis. Look for products with the (you can ask your dentist to recommend some during one of your kids's regular dentist visits). Last but not least, it's cool for your children to enjoy treats but do it in moderation. Try to maintain a healthy diet with lots of greens and limit their sugar consumption.

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Comments

  1. Bekah W. says

    December 1, 2017 at 11:47 pm

    I love seeing that some people still do the orange in the stocking. So nostalgic!

    Reply
  2. Jessica Holoka says

    December 2, 2017 at 12:43 am

    I love the orange in the stocking tradition! We never had that growing up, but my mom would always give us a killer stocking full of stuff that wasn’t all candy and sugar loaded!

    Reply
  3. Sarah Halstead says

    December 2, 2017 at 2:02 am

    Love those oranges. We used to get fruit in our stockings when I was a kid.

    Reply
  4. Lisa Marie Heath says

    December 2, 2017 at 6:02 am

    We try to fill Jacob’s stocking with fun little toys and knick knacks!

    Reply
  5. Miranda | SlashedBeauty.com says

    December 2, 2017 at 5:00 pm

    I’m 100% putting this in my husband’s stocking!

    Reply
  6. Phyrra Nyx says

    December 3, 2017 at 1:45 am

    Sugar is so bad for you, but man am I addicted. Love your stocking ideas.

    Reply
  7. Kendra Darr says

    December 3, 2017 at 5:12 am

    What great ideas for stocking stuffers! Side note, her stocking is adorable 🙂

    Reply
  8. Carrie R says

    December 3, 2017 at 1:42 pm

    Such great ideas for candy-free stocking stuffers! Our little one had THREE cavities this past year, & one was so bad that the tooth had to be pulled! We are definitely keeping the sweets in check this Christmas.

    Reply
  9. Ashley says

    December 3, 2017 at 5:32 pm

    I grew up getting apples and oranges in my stocking. Guess I need to continue that tradition!

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  10. MamaMommyMom says

    December 3, 2017 at 11:40 pm

    My kids always get new tooth brushes and tooth paste, but never candy, in their stockings.

    Reply
  11. Brooke @ Blushing Noir says

    December 4, 2017 at 3:15 am

    My kids would LOVE getting the little oranges in their stockings. They love them! Though…. once those were gone I’d probably get some “where’s the candy” questions lol

    Reply

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