Teething Bling

Lovely colour

I was excited to hear I was going to be sent a Teething Bling necklace  for my first review.I was immediately struck by what a great yet simple idea it was. When I received this through the post to review I was immediately impressed with how well it was presented. The necklace came in a lovely Organza draw string bag  with a business card and pen.  When I took it out however I was disappointed by the fastener ,I understand it’s purpose is to come apart easily,however I feel it lets the overall look of the product down a bit.  I loved the colour and shape of the Pendant and have worn it out of the house a couple of times.It is similar to jewellery I have worn in the past.My eldest son broke my favourite gold chain when he was little and as a result I haven’t often wore necklaces when I have had young children around..I had a couple strange looks when gave it to my baby to put in his mouth though. That is until I explained the purpose.

I have 5 children and over the years I have tried so many different teething products. My youngest son is 5 months old and during our trial period he cut his second bottom tooth.He had a good chew a couple of times but only if I held it for him,he showed more interest in the cord than the pendant initially.After a few times with mummy holding the pendant while he had a good gnaw,he got the hang of it and it did seem to offer immediate comfort.I love the fact that it can go in the dishwasher,was slightly concerned the colour might fade or come out onto other items-it didn’t though.I felt a different shape might make it easier for him to hold .They do sell bracelets to match which I am considering buying.The main benefit of the necklace is that you can wear something pretty and at the same time help your child cope with the pain often associated with teething.The downside was the fastener.The price is very reasonable for a multi-use product . Plenty of potential to expand a great idea.All in all I loved the product and have already recommended it to other mums in my area.I’d give the product 9/10.A great idea but still needs a little work to make it perfect.To find out more about Teething Bling check out their website at :http://www.smartmumuk.com/

This review is purely my own words and opinion.I have not been paid or influenced by anyone or told what to say.

Summary of my week

Teething solutions

My youngest son Ethan has recently cut his first tooth at just 5 months old.After a grumpy few weeks he seems relieved,however I can see a second tooth under the gum right next to his tiny,shiny new tooth.I just wonder which products people have found work best for them.With my eldest I used bickipegs,teething granules and teething gel,all which helped a bit but seemed to lack the magic solution I had hoped for.My 8 and almost 4 year old daughters didnt seem to suffer badly with teething and didnt need teething related products.My 2 year old son on the other hand had an awful time and we had many sleepless nights and unsettled days,the pattern seems to be repeating itself with Ethan.So far we have used teething gels and teething granules and I am willing to try anything to find a product that will ease his pain.I do find teething granules settle them but I dont find the effect lasts for long,the same goes for teething gels.Currently he is sleeping at night but this varies.I have definately found my boys to have more problems cutting teeth than my girls.What have you all tried?

My past couple weeks

The bubs

Dylan asleep on the way home from our holiday with Ethan in the back seat

The very brave deer

On Monday May 9th 2011 The Seary family from Marchwood,Hampshire set out for their first ever family holiday.I booked it via the Sun newspaper’s £9.50 per person deal in January.We left home via Taxi at aprox midday and got to the train station in plenty of time.Are we mad I hear you ask? Yes,probably.A train journey with 5 children,luggage and a double buggy,really isn’t easy especially when you have to change trains at a station with no lift.Luckily a lovely member of staff helped me carry the double buggy up then down a flight of very steep stairs.I have to say the kids were brilliant,if not very excited on the journey but ocupied each other nicely.(One bonus with having a large family)

When we arrived in Weymouth,our destination(almost) we had to get 2 regular size taxi’s to accomadate us all.Upon reaching our holiday site,we picked up our keys for our log cabin at reception.The 1 and only time we ventured off site,we walked to the nearest railway station,which took over an hour to find we had just missed our train.Not wanting a day of hanging around we walked back to the site and went swimming and roller skating,which was great fun.

The site had lots to do for all ages including an indoor play centre,roller skating rink,indoor pool,ski complex,amusement acrades,childrens play area’s all around the park,bikes and go-karts for hire,a bar,restaurant,take-away,shop and launderette.

Our accomodation was lovely.When we arrived we were amazed,the woodland setting made it idylic and peaceful considering all the families.One morning I went outside to find 2 deer grazing.We saw lots of squirrels and even a couple ducks.The only downside for the holiday was our lack of transport,we’d definately consider returning when we have reliable transport big enough for our brood.

This week I’ve had a teething baby,a 2 year old and myself with a virus and a miserable 8 year old daughter to contend with(I swear she’s hormonal already) On top of that my husband’s working hours have almost doubled,which means the children have hardly seen him.Think this is the reason for my miserable 8 year old.We tend to clash a lot as she is so much like me-too much so at times.Sports seem to be her thing(unlike me),she can seem to pick up most new sports she tries quickly,she recently competed in a Cross Country competition,representing her school.She’s going to hopefully be starting tap at school as an after school activity soon.

My eldest-Jack is not sporty,the closest he gets to a sport is orienteering which he participates in via his school.He plays Chess,loves his computer and is a telly addict.I am hoping he’ll get out and about more with his friends after he starts Secondary school in September as he is currently spending all his time at home.Think I’ll have the opposite problem with my 8 year old,will struggle to keep her in as she gets older.

On Friday I had a hospital apointment for Dylan(2 years old) and Faith(4 years old) at the eye unit,unfortunately my children inherited my atrocious eye sight and need glasses as a result.Jack only needs them for computer work and reading.Amy and Faith wear them all the time and Dylan’s first pair of glasses shall be with us soon.Faith has been without glasses for a while now as she has broken her 3rd pair in just over a year.My best friend had my youngest-Ethan for the morning and off I went on the bus with Faith and Dylan.It was actually a less stressful morning than I has anticipated,I expected a tantrum of some sort but the kids were great.

My main goal for this year is to restart driving lessons.Going on a bus with 5 children and a double buggy is not an enjoyable experience.We’ve used trains a couple times recently-we even went on holiday via rail-wont be doing that again,lol.We didnt go far but we found train are ok for a day out when you have a large family but not ideal when you have a lot of luggage and a double buggy.