Mission (Im)possible: 3 Tricks to make them YES to brushing
Does your child close his mouth, cry or run away at brushing time? 🏃♂️💨 Welcome to the club!
It is a common struggle, but we cannot give up. Perseverance is the key.
Here are 3 tricks that work:
- The 2 Minute Song: It’s foolproof! Search Spotify or YouTube for “2 minute brushing song”. When the music plays, the brushing starts, and it doesn’t end until the song ends. It makes it predictable and fun.
- The “Bug Hunt Game”: Instead of “washing”, let’s “hunt for sugar bugs! Make funny sounds (“Here’s one! Busted!”), exaggerate the search all over the molars.
- The Doll’s Turn: Let your little one “brush” his or her favorite doll’s (or yours) teeth first. Then it’s their turn! Involving them in the game reduces resistance.
It’s not a battle of power, it’s about creating a habit. You can do it!
What trick works for you? Share your mommy wisdom in comments! 👇
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