Benefits of Baltic Amber and why we love them in the Bris Bunch household

My girls have worn the amber teething necklaces since they were babies.  I found out about them when Elizabeth was a few months old.  I ordered one for her and decided to give it a whirl.  She was already an easy baby, and did not have much trouble with teething, but there were a few restless nights.  I truly saw a difference in her teething from that point on.  She would pop out a new tooth without so much of a fuss.  She got her teeth quickly, which can be more painful since you don't get a break from the pain.  She handled them like a rockstar!  Her necklace became a part of her.  Some believe that Amber is electromagnetically charged, which produces negative ions to produce a positive effect on the body.  This can help to boot moods and promote calmness in the body.  I can say that this was true for Elizabeth.  I remember for Masons 5th birthday party I took it off of her because it didn't coordinate right with her pirate costume.  That entire party something was weird with her.  She was very reserved and withdrawn.  That was not like her at all.  I noticed it but I didn't  think too much about it until I put her necklace back on her that evening.  By morning she was back to her old self.  It was a very rare occasion when I ever took it off again.

When I was pregnant with Addison I swore that I needed one of these for the baby asap.  I wanted to be prepared for the drooling and teething faze.  Our good friends, the Gomez family, gifted Addison her necklace from the cutest boutique in Carlsbad, called Ollie and Me.  I went down to pick it out after she was born.  I loved their selection!  They had the authentic baltic amber in mustard tones.  They were beautiful. Addie has been wearing hers since she was about 3 months old.  I have seen the same benefits with the necklace.  We do still have the occasional difficult night, but for the most part new teeth pop through without much fuss!

Before I started using amber I did some research to find the exact benefits.  I was all about putting these necklaces on my girls, but it would be an added bonus if they really did serve a greater purpose.  I found that baltic amber has been used for centuries in eastern Europe for various medicinal purposes.  Baltic Amber is fossilized tree resin.  It contains succinic acid, which is released from body heat when amber is worn against the skin.  The succinic acid has been known to reduce inflammation in the gums and joints.  It has even been used with the elderly for arthritis pain!  The benefits come from actually wearing the amber, not crewing on the amber itself.  In fact chewing on the amber it not recommended!  The necklace should be worn tight enough so that the necklace can't be pulled into the babies mouth.  My girls have never put their necklace in their mouth, even when it was long enough to reach.  The trick it to put it on them when they are young enough so that they are so used to it that they never notice it.  If you are looking to purchase one for your little one be sure to buy one that is genuine baltic amber.  If you need a suggestion, check out Ollie and Me.  These are made from authentic baltic amber and they have the screw closure which ensures that your little one cannot take it off on their own.  This is where I purchased Addison's necklace from and I love it so much.  It is absolutely beautiful and we receive compliments on it daily.  Give it a whirl, you may end up with a happier baby who stops waking from teething pain!

Has anyone used Amber for teething or other medicinal purposes?  Would love to hear your feedback!
xo
K