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Inspired by Finn

Friday, August 21, 2009

Are you looking for an all natural way to help sooth your baby’s teething discomfort? Well…I may have just found your answer! Inspired by Finn Amber Teething Necklaces are a traditional European remedy using authentic Baltic Amber which is a natural analgesic (pain reliever) that when worn on the skin will release trace amounts of healing oils to calm and sooth teething pains. Not to mention it helps diaper rash too!! Each round bead is individually double-knotted on the stretchable strand and fastened with a screw clasp. Babies should be supervised while wearing the jewelry (of course) and jewelry should be removed before sleep (duh). So ladies, if you want to avoid giving your beautiful baby harmful chemicals to sooth their pain, try this age old remedy, many women I have spoken to swear by it and it’s affordable!! What do you think, fact or fiction amber helps sooth pain. And would you use it?
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Rhonorv wrote:
1) 8/21/2009 9:52:08 AM
My Granma used to talk about amber as being a healing stone- I always thought it operated on placebo effect; I never knew that it had actual analgesic properties! And if I did have a baby I'd absolutely give it a try- I'll be forwarding this to my cousin with two little ones though. One thing I'm curious about- how is it supposed to help diaper rash?
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CrystalRoode wrote:
2) 8/21/2009 10:10:41 AM
I would be intersted if this really works. If where do you get them from?
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kdbattista wrote:
3) 8/21/2009 10:41:02 AM
What harmful chemicals are talking about? This is what I sometimes dislike about natural remedies, the lack of data. What are these harmful chemicals and these "healing oils"? Just because it is natural does not mean it is safe.
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BlessedCulinary wrote:
4) 8/21/2009 10:55:46 AM
very intresting, im not sure if i would use that or not.
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eyecandy007 wrote:
5) 8/21/2009 11:11:56 AM
what a great idea!!! anything to help a teething baby anyone is gonna try!
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dms126 wrote:
6) 8/21/2009 11:13:46 AM
This is something that i would be willing to try to help keep my baby happy during the whole crazy teething period. Thanks for the info!
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candi328 wrote:
7) 8/21/2009 11:19:33 AM
I have heard of this but never knew whether it really worked or not. I would love to try this on my 1 year old who is teething. He loves to chew on everything so this would be perfect. Where could you get this?
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aemcgee wrote:
8) 8/21/2009 11:25:09 AM
this would be really interesting to try since my one year old (today) still doesnt have any teeth. But are they supposed to wear it or are we? He always tries to eat my necklaces. Please let us know where to get one!
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midnightdragon02 wrote:
9) 8/21/2009 11:29:16 AM
I would have to test it to see and I would use it to see how well it did work.
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racheldfreeman wrote:
10) 8/21/2009 11:34:14 AM
Souns like a cool idea!
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Eko0724 wrote:
11) 8/21/2009 11:47:05 AM
Wow this looks SO interesting, I would really like to know more about it. Where are we able to purchase things like this, or get more info??
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SC wrote:
12) 8/21/2009 11:49:48 AM
I think its fact. We have something similar in Asian cultures and I think this really works! There's a reason why rosary beads are used for calming and this seems to work in a similar fashion. I would use it! Plus, even it didn't work completely, it's still a pretty necklace for the baby to wear!
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GREEN IS IN!! wrote:
13) 8/21/2009 12:07:04 PM
I wish I would have known about this when my kids we little. We tried everything to make her teething and diaper rash more bearable
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talli2105 wrote:
14) 8/21/2009 12:16:06 PM
This is really interesting. I enjoy trying "tried and true" remedies and if I didn't have to spend a lot of money on the necklace, then I would definitely try it. To me you have nothing to lose when trying a product like this.
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hliv wrote:
15) 8/21/2009 12:17:45 PM
Wow, this is a very interesting new remedy! I really hope it works as well as I think it will!
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liraelsfire wrote:
16) 8/21/2009 12:24:52 PM
That's a really interesting idea! It would be great to see if it works.
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herwinterssnow wrote:
17) 8/21/2009 12:26:17 PM
I had no idea that amber had such healing attributes. I would definitely give amber a try.
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monicamonica911 wrote:
18) 8/21/2009 12:27:48 PM
It would be great if it actually worked, but if would seem safer if it came in a bracelet form instead of a necklace. Even with supervision, I would probably not put a necklace on a baby.
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SusanM wrote:
19) 8/21/2009 12:32:04 PM
I would definately use it. I have heard about amber from my grandmothers. What I like about this is it looks much nicer then teething rings and it stays safely around the childs neck.
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Catfisher wrote:
20) 8/21/2009 12:32:50 PM
I learn something new everyday. I love natural products. Amber is pretty, too. Thank you for the information. I am excited to learn this.
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Ajit wrote:
21) 8/21/2009 12:40:22 PM
thats fabulous
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JJsan wrote:
22) 8/21/2009 12:49:16 PM
Hmm..this is pretty interesting. I would probably give this a try since it's a natural product.
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neeru wrote:
23) 8/21/2009 12:51:08 PM
it is a very good product.... we can make the child to wear it on their neck....and they can easily access it.....
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neeraja wrote:
24) 8/21/2009 12:54:08 PM
thats really a very good one.... a solution to most of the moms worries..... i love the idea....
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mamamoako wrote:
25) 8/21/2009 12:55:35 PM
What an interesting article. I would definitely try to see if this works! In fact, I have a couple of friends with 2 teething babies... hopes it helps!
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OhEmGee wrote:
26) 8/21/2009 12:56:02 PM
I have dealt with this company via eBay and they're NOT very good. They hugely over charged on shipping (hello, fee circumvention?) and the necklaces I got weren't great quality. There's a reason they're "affordable." And then when I left the deserved neg feedback, I got a nasty email about how I had screw up their rating, as though I was the one in the wrong. I would NOT suggest them to anyone.
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superdee9 wrote:
27) 8/21/2009 1:00:26 PM
That's a great idea - good for a baby shower gift
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redheadinbama wrote:
28) 8/21/2009 1:04:39 PM
I sure wish they had them when mine were babies I would have bought them for sure. I have a friend who is about to have a baby soon and one who just had one. I am going to let them know about these. Thank you fro spreading the word.
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Ashh wrote:
29) 8/21/2009 1:05:10 PM
I WISH they had manufactured this type of stuff long ago. Today's products use so many things that can be harmful, it's scary. I'm excited that more natural/green ways of things are coming to the forefront! I will definitely be purchasing these. I think they will be perfect for a friend who is expecting!!
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MabOfFey wrote:
30) 8/21/2009 1:12:02 PM
I used a slightly frozen cloth, the kind they sell in the baby sections. I just handed it to the little guy, he did the rest.
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Judy T. wrote:
31) 8/21/2009 1:12:21 PM
This is a very innovative idea. I would like to try it on my baby!
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kennerchick wrote:
32) 8/21/2009 1:23:58 PM
I'd use it. I like the color and I heard something about using amber for healing. I think it would be a great gift for a wedding shower or bridesmaid gift!
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somnium wrote:
33) 8/21/2009 1:25:18 PM
This is super interesting to me, my baby has just started to act like he is teething I would be interested in reading/learning more about this. How long has it been tested (this particular product) My main concern is that it wouldnt fall apart in his mouth, safety
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VRS wrote:
34) 8/21/2009 1:26:02 PM
I would be really interested in trying this new product. I hope that it works.
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magical wrote:
35) 8/21/2009 1:26:59 PM
I never have heard of amber helping sooth pain as I'm not into this old remedies... but this sounds very interesting and cool... If I do have a baby, I would try it out... never hurts to try new things
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momogg wrote:
36) 8/21/2009 1:29:58 PM
I have heard of this but never knew.I would be intersted if this really works.Where could you get this?
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saralynbw wrote:
37) 8/21/2009 1:34:30 PM
This seems great, but I have concerns about choking danger. Although of course the babies will be well-supervised, is there some other way to get a similar remedy? Perhaps a bracelet would be better. The baby could wear it around the wrist and alleviate the risk of choking. Are there any items out there like this?
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tannawings wrote:
38) 8/21/2009 1:35:29 PM
Looks like an interesting concept, and I could see using the necklace for teething....but how would that do it for diaper rash? I think if you made the necklace cold by refrigerating it would also naturally help. I dont think I would look away either while a baby is using this!
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pommes wrote:
39) 8/21/2009 1:35:45 PM
This would be a great present for my cousin's baby shower. However, even though it is all natural, I couldn't commit to buying it unless I am sure it will work.
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sevem wrote:
40) 8/21/2009 1:35:49 PM
it is a very good product- good for a baby shower gift
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Sank wrote:
41) 8/21/2009 1:39:58 PM
wow this is really interesting...
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Croqun wrote:
42) 8/21/2009 1:40:09 PM
I don not like the idea of a teething necklace. I would always fear it would break and the child could choke on the beads. I prefer the old stand by of an ice cube in a facecloth myself.
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kristie wrote:
43) 8/21/2009 1:42:06 PM
This is a great idea, maybe i'll give it a try.
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penguinluvr wrote:
44) 8/21/2009 1:54:58 PM
this sounds like a great idea! my mom and grandmother have always said that amber was a natural pain reliever but i never have gotten to try it. I would definetly try this product if it's affordable in the future for if i do have a baby.
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busymomX4 wrote:
45) 8/21/2009 2:08:05 PM
Babies are destructive and I would be way to scared to have my baby wear this. cute idea if you carry your baby around with you all day long. I have 4 kids so this isn't feesible for me. I'll stick with the frozen waffles. :)
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staczy wrote:
46) 8/21/2009 2:13:35 PM
i would be interested in this.
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JennyB wrote:
47) 8/21/2009 2:14:33 PM
This sounds like a great item. How long does the natural analgesic continue to release? Will it need to be replaced within a certain time period? Is it safe if the necklace is constantly being put into the baby's mouth? Will it being in the mouth make the nataral analgesic rub off at a faster rate? I would be willing to try to see if it works on my baby.
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heatherly wrote:
48) 8/21/2009 2:26:09 PM
I have heard that amber has a lot of healing qualities and have run into it a lot around the world but I'm not sure about using it on a baby.. though it is natural I would want to try it myself first maybe :]
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Tmom wrote:
49) 8/21/2009 2:36:57 PM
Anything is worth trying when you are dealing with teething.
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JAMMIN wrote:
50) 8/21/2009 2:41:41 PM
Wow, thats really interesting! I like how it is also fashionable, it looks like something I would actually wear! Although I do not have a baby, it looks like a great baby gift that I could give to someone.
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namiya wrote:
51) 8/21/2009 2:58:12 PM
this looks really cool love such stuff
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HerLovely wrote:
52) 8/21/2009 3:04:49 PM
This is quite interesting. I didn't thin e.l.f to feature a teething necklace.
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jeslyn_california@yahoo.com wrote:
53) 8/21/2009 3:21:21 PM
this is new. I have to try it.
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swetham wrote:
54) 8/21/2009 3:32:16 PM
Wow!! awesome, i never knew there is such type of soothing beads for babies, i hope my 8th month baby would love it.
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tweetypj wrote:
55) 8/21/2009 3:41:21 PM
I would absolutely us this for my child! Not only is it pleasing to the eye, but I also believe in using natural remedies whenever possible. I love it!
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Randomclarity wrote:
56) 8/21/2009 3:45:23 PM
Wow, that's good to know, I have never heard of that, but I do really like amber jewelry! Don't have kids of my own but have a few friends that will appreciate the heads up.
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we4inaz wrote:
57) 8/21/2009 3:54:23 PM
I love the idea of natural pain remedies. My only concern with this necklace, would be a potential choking hazard. Would be great if it worked as advertised, though!
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namiya wrote:
58) 8/21/2009 4:00:00 PM
its awesome
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urmidinu wrote:
59) 8/21/2009 4:05:31 PM
love it its a beauty
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Amy Says wrote:
60) 8/21/2009 4:17:07 PM
Thank you for the nice tip! I have to try this on my girl, she's been teething and very fussy lately.
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faye wrote:
61) 8/21/2009 4:18:46 PM
I would be really interested in trying it.
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Loise wrote:
62) 8/21/2009 4:23:19 PM
I just read an article about natural pain relievers and Amber was on the list as one of the best ones. I absolutely believe that this would work well and that mothers should give their babies natural pain relievers.
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zipzizz wrote:
63) 8/21/2009 4:26:48 PM
Its very interesting and helpful. Ill recommend it to my friends. Where can I buy it and how much is it?
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jj62 wrote:
64) 8/21/2009 4:29:33 PM
I think all-natural products are the only way to properly care for your baby. I think its a fact that this would work and I would try it. My baby is going to ingest enough chemicals in his early life as it is and I won't add any more!
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Cheez01 wrote:
65) 8/21/2009 4:35:12 PM
It sounds like a pretty good idea, we'll have to see how effective it is though. A necklace beats chemicals I guess.
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jj62 wrote:
66) 8/21/2009 4:39:10 PM
A natural pain reliever is a great idea but not on a teething necklace, it is too dangerous. I use a very cold washcloth and/or slightly melted ice cubes and it does the job.
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misskittycat wrote:
67) 8/21/2009 4:42:53 PM
Very innovative and it looks cute, but I've never heard of this property before. I guess I'd have to try it.
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thenekoling wrote:
68) 8/21/2009 4:48:40 PM
I'm skeptical about the "healing oils" to sooth teething pains. I don't really think it would have much of an effect -- especially on diaper rash -- but the color of the bracelet might have a psychological effect. Brightly colored plastic baby toys have a different feel (red = alarming, in which we respond with a heightened heart rate; blue = cold, in which we develop distance or separation), as opposed to amber, which is a more warming and soothing color. It's sort of like aromatherapy, where warm scented candles can make us relaxed, except we're talking about color!
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smiless wrote:
69) 8/21/2009 5:49:12 PM
pretty interesting~~~
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tifffffff wrote:
70) 8/21/2009 5:55:39 PM
What a great idea! and interesting, too, i must say
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prisri wrote:
71) 8/21/2009 5:59:50 PM
interesting
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Masque wrote:
72) 8/21/2009 6:01:47 PM
Hmmm.... small multi-colored non-digestable beads that look like candy? I'd be really leery about this. Has anyone actually used it?
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gatorgurlm21 wrote:
73) 8/21/2009 6:09:21 PM
This is a very good idea. I would be interested if it works and its been tested for being safe.
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Green10 wrote:
74) 8/21/2009 6:15:13 PM
Sounds like a good idea.
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mooland wrote:
75) 8/21/2009 6:59:11 PM
Aww, that's so cute! I'm sending this to my aunt for my baby cousin to try. She loves Amber, and I think my aunt would actually look pretty good in the necklace while the baby's doing something else.
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jammin430@yahoo.com wrote:
76) 8/21/2009 7:09:03 PM
omg those are so cute!
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jgee wrote:
77) 8/21/2009 7:12:09 PM
that's so... interesting. not that i have a kid, though. couldn't someone just buy the oils to put on the baby's skin than have to deal with the worry of having the necklace on it?
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spendy wrote:
78) 8/21/2009 7:31:14 PM
thats so pretty for a teeth necklace
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allikat wrote:
79) 8/21/2009 7:45:24 PM
I think this is a great idea! I did use teething necklaces for my daughter..... guess i should have thought about what she was sucking on!! Thankyou I will pass on the message to the mom I know
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Artsydog wrote:
80) 8/21/2009 8:00:49 PM
What a neat idea! Neither of my kids had any teething issues (none!) ... but I have plenty of friends who really had a hard time going through the teething phases. This is pretty and a unique gift!
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VanityGurl wrote:
81) 8/21/2009 8:26:41 PM
Sounds like it might work - definitely would supervise the little one.
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Lynsey wrote:
82) 8/21/2009 8:38:57 PM
I think that is such a great idea!! If I had a baby girl, I would def. purchase this jewelry for her.
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Dreaming wrote:
83) 8/21/2009 9:24:30 PM
Well my niece wore this. But I am not sure if it helped
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chicachica wrote:
84) 8/21/2009 9:29:11 PM
What a great idea! And they are so cute too! If only I had a baby...
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Blondy wrote:
85) 8/21/2009 9:37:05 PM
That's a great idea. I'll have to keep this in mind when I have kids!
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Great information wrote:
86) 8/21/2009 10:23:06 PM
Interesting! I never new that amber had those kind of qualities. I don't know whether it's a wive's tale or not but I guess it would be worth a try.
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Megannsmom wrote:
87) 8/21/2009 10:26:26 PM
I have been a jewelry maker for many years and deal with Amber on a regular basis in bead form as well as in chunk form, as a collectible. Yes, Amber is said to have healing properties, much like the healing properties attributed to crystals, hematite, malachite, amethyst, etc. How well it works is up for debate however. Other than possible choking hazards, my main concern here is in finding REAL Amber; fake plastic beads are often sold as "Real" and it is difficult for a person unfamiliar with the real thing to tell the difference. There are many many reputable dealers in REAL Amber, but the real deal is NOT cheap! A decent string of real pearls can set you back less than a decent string of amber! I would suggest learning how to test for authenticity and educate yourself as much as possible before purchasing. As always; Buyer Beware!
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Gav and Fi's mom wrote:
88) 8/21/2009 10:26:33 PM
I would definitely try it. Won't most mom's try anything to help our little ones teething issues. I know I would.
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BigBinder wrote:
89) 8/21/2009 10:54:53 PM
How interesting! I definitely didn't know about amber having any healing qualities but when my kids were teething I would have tried anything!
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Ginax2 wrote:
90) 8/21/2009 11:01:30 PM
I would absolutely use it (if I had kids). I have never heard of the healing power of amber but it sounds lovely.
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Green12 wrote:
91) 8/22/2009 12:34:04 AM
Never heard that before. It sounds interesting.
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Rave wrote:
92) 8/22/2009 12:40:36 AM
Sounds interesting, I never heard of this natural healing method before. But I'd be wary of it in necklace form for a baby since it poses a hazard.
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kika wrote:
93) 8/22/2009 12:59:44 AM
Always open to helping my baby (an it is pretty).
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ognorahs wrote:
94) 8/22/2009 1:09:12 AM
anything around a baby's neck is scary, even if supervised.... not sure if I would use it.. probably would have to read several blogs and reviews on it first.
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babycakes wrote:
95) 8/22/2009 2:25:47 AM
It's worth a shot! I've heard of alcohol to take the edge off. lol. I think it was a joke. Well, I hope it was a joke.
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mpower wrote:
96) 8/22/2009 2:27:56 AM
good stuff for those who like it
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pinkydaze wrote:
97) 8/22/2009 3:12:35 AM
sounds very interesting altho im not sure i would use it..ill just stick to good ol oragel
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mishan wrote:
98) 8/22/2009 4:43:07 AM
hmmm interesting
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jeannine wrote:
99) 8/22/2009 7:18:23 AM
Cool!!, they look pretty awesome , i never knew such kind of beads , lovely beads exist to soothe a little baby
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bcool wrote:
100) 8/22/2009 9:36:27 AM
Amber? I've never thought of that.
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kasolinaboo wrote:
101) 8/22/2009 10:23:51 AM
sounds super interesting and intriguing. things i never thought about before!!!
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bach62 wrote:
102) 8/22/2009 6:02:59 PM
I joined the website. My daughters love e.l.f. products. I am already placing an order for gifts. bach62
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kidzmustplay wrote:
103) 8/22/2009 8:34:09 PM
amazing how the things the older generations used we are all going back to using
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facron wrote:
104) 8/23/2009 7:23:15 PM
I love this blog. I would have never known about the Finn Amber Necklace if I hadn't read about it here. How amazing. Fashionable too!
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katykake wrote:
105) 8/23/2009 7:59:03 PM
I would totally use that. Its such a great idea. I don't have a child, but I know people who would buy it.
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xoch wrote:
106) 8/24/2009 11:41:09 AM
this is going to be good, seems that babies usually go for things that are not their toys, and they always get attracted to necklaces. Good idea.
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4kids wrote:
107) 8/26/2009 1:00:19 PM
This sounds very intriguing. I think the coolness of the stone would be soothing too. The cord would need to be short and the beads would have to be very secure to avoid any danger of choking.
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Ameidee wrote:
108) 8/28/2009 10:35:59 AM
I just returned from a trip to Europe and I picked up one of these for my nephew. Family members that have used the necklace are saying it's a huge help. I think it's definitely worth a try and it's a natural remedy. I would like to know where can one purchase this necklace here in US?
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ms06880 wrote:
109) 8/28/2009 6:13:40 PM
too many times I've noticed my little baby niece yank her mom's necklace and drool over it...a teething necklace that is eye catching and sturdy would be good. Can you put it in the freezer to ease those gums??
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