Amber is a resin that can be used as a natural pain reliever. The succinic acid in the amber is absorbed through the skin and helps relieve many of the symptoms of teething such as fussiness, red cheeks, swelling, and pain. An additional benefit of the amber is that it relieves the pains of arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome in adults, as well as general aches and pains. Because they are non-invasive and involve no chemical and artificial medicines, amber teething necklaces have become widely popular in parenting circles.
So where can you find these necklaces? A quick and simple search on google will bring up a plethora of independent sellers and all have their own distinct styles. Some favorite shops of mine include Hazelaid, Inspired By Finn, and Baltic Amber Teething Necklaces.
Right now EcoBabyBuys.com is holding a giveaway for Hazelaid's adult baroque necklaces, which you can get in on in a variety of ways. Simply visit EcoBabyBuys.com and check their blog out for directions for entering the giveaway. If you have facebook or twitter, you've got at least two additional ways to enter and having a blog gives you yet another entry! Hurry up and enter - the giveaway ends April 6th.
In addition, I know that Hazelaid is currently offering their products at a 15% discount from April 1st to April 10th. I just ordered myself an adult necklace and with the discount and shipping, it only cost me $23.
***Please keep in mind that if you get an amber necklace for your little one, never let them wear them unsupervised or while sleeping as they can be a choking hazard. While most of them are designed to minimize the risk (with quick-release clasps and individually knotted beads), it's still important to exercise common sense and caution while baby wears her necklace.***
