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Friday, May 1, 2009
Brushing isn't always fun for kids. Chandler normally doesn't like it, and we have a bit of a struggle. We weren't as good as we should have been about encouraging Chan to brush his teeth....and then we went to the dentist. At age 3, he had 2 big cavities. One was in his back molar and I couldn't believe how big it was when the dentist showed it to me. Like his mom, he has very weak enamel. Too bad he didn't inherit his dad's teeth who has never had a cavity. After this experience, we resolved to be better about encouraging Chan to brush his teeth and make sure it gets done. The firefly toothbrush by Dr. Fresh helps make brushing fun, which is exactly what we need.
Pros: The firefly toothbrush is true to it's name. If you push the bottom part of the toothbrush, it lights up and starts to flash, just like a firefly. It then flashes for 1 minute. Once it is done flashing, brushing is done! It's so nice to have a timer in it. I tell Chan to watch the light while I brush his teeth and he gets a kick out of it. It's a big improvement as he used to only let us brush his teeth for 10-20 seconds. The compact head is perfect for little kids, and the bristles of the brush are very soft, which lets me know it isn't too harsh on little gums. It is also great for little hands to hold and Chandler has now started to want to brush his teeth by himself. A HUGE perk of the firefly toothbrush is it's cost. They are only 99 cents! When I normally buy toothbrushes for my boys, I end up spending $3-4, so the firefly is definitely something I am switching to.
Cons: The bottom part of the toothbrush is a bit hard for Chandler to push to get it flashing. I usually have to do it for him. Not sure if this is just our brush. In this case though, it doesn't seem to be too big of a deal as the Pros greatly outweigh the 1 Con.
The Bottom Line: Very affordable, fun toothbrush that encourages brushing.
Price: 99 cents
Where to Buy: Local retailers & Drug stores.
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64 comments:
I think it's really cool that it lights up and think Jordan would too! I also like that it has soft bristles.
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LOVE, love, love that it flashes! Keeps kids focused while they brush.
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I subscribe! Thanks!
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I like both that it lights up and has a timer. My son could really use this.
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love how they light up- might make brushing a little more fun
I like the Firely toothbrushes because it will make my daughter more interested in brushing her teeth.
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Love the flashing timer - great idea!
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My kids would love how it lights up!
I like that is lights up and comes in many different characters.
These toothbrushes are stylish and chic
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I like the price and that it really lights up - I know my son would get a kick out of it.
I like that it has a timer and flashes.
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I subscribed with Blog Lines.
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the flashes mverno@roadrunner.com
I love the handle and colors.
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i think that its is a fun idea and the kids would enjoy brushing with a toothbrush that lights up
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In built timer is a gret help because my girls keep on asking me, am I done?
I liek that it has a timer to ge tmy daughter to brush her teeth for the apporpriate amount of time.
Thanks
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for my little firefly
I really like the timer so my kids can't just brush for two seconds and say they're done.
I like that it will encourage kids to enjoy brushing thier teeth.
I think since it lights up my daughter would like watching it while brushing her teeth, and she would quit after 5 seconds! Thanks for the Chance! mogrill@comcast.net
I like that it lights up
my grandson would like that it lights up.
I love that it flashes so they know how long to brush
I like the large grip handle
I subscribe by e-mail
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I follow your blog
I like the fact that it is only 99 cents and that it lights up.
I subcribe to your blog.
I follow your blog.
I like that the kids will think it's cool because it lights up and it gives them a "time limit" to brush their teeth by.
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I like that it has a timer.
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this is a super idea
I love how it lights up and when you are done it stops. This will help my daughter know when its ok for her to be done brushing
Thank you for a great giveaway. I really like that it lights up my kids would love that. THank you
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i love that it lights up thats so cool :)
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I love how its timed, that seems to be the hardest part is to know they are brushing long enough. And who can beat that price? If I don't win one, we are definitely going to buy one!!
I am a follower
I love that the flashing light is the timer. I to have a terrible time getting my son to brush long enough. This would definitely be a more entertaining way to get him to brush longer. Thanks!
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I'm subscribed in google reader. Thanks!
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I'm also following your blog. Thanks!
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My daughter doesn't brush long enough on her own. This timer would be a great help!
The way it lights up would get kids excited about brushing their teeth. Wish they had this 27 yrs ago when my son was starting to brush.
Now my niece would appreciate it.
I love that it lights up for as long as you should brush. Great idea!
It might actually encourage my son to brush!
I love that it lights up, my kids would just love this :)
It's definitely cool that this toothbrush lights up and flashes, I know that my daughters would be much more into brushing their teeth if they had something fun like this to use.
Thanks!
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I like that it makes brushing fun for kids!
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I like that it shuts off automatically.
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