Having four children myself, I am aware of the ease of giving a baby a bottle to put it to sleep. Did you know that this may be very bad for a baby? If a baby is put to sleep with a bottle, there is a chance that the child will develop cavities. Babies should be helped to go to sleep without a bottle if possible. A bottle should only be given to a child during the day and only up to one year of age, then they should be taught to use a sippy-cup or cup. As soon as they're born, the baby's guardian can brush the gums with a finger, getting the baby used to having their mouths cleaned every day, which they will learn to do themselves once they are older. Parents should help their children brush their teeth until they are eight years old. Once the teeth come out, or erupt, the baby can be taken to their first dentist's office visit. This helps the child to become accustomed to the dentist having instruments in their mouth, which they will need to learn in order to maintain their teeth. Sometimes, a pediatric dentist's office has an easier atmosphere for children. If you see any staining on an infant's teeth, get them to a dentist as soon as you can to prevent any tooth decay.
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