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.

Want a Firefly Toothbrush of your own? Two readers will win one!

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Giveaway ends 11:59 MST, May 15 and is open to US residents only. Giveaway winner has 3 days to contact me or I will draw another winner.

64 comments:

Janaca said...

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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I follow your blog too.

aggiemomof2 said...

LOVE, love, love that it flashes! Keeps kids focused while they brush.
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I subscribe! Thanks!
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Anonymous said...

I like both that it lights up and has a timer. My son could really use this.

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I subscribe

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I follow

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MOMFOREVERANDEVER said...

love how they light up- might make brushing a little more fun

abfantom said...

I like the Firely toothbrushes because it will make my daughter more interested in brushing her teeth.

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Stephanie said...

Love the flashing timer - great idea!
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Denise S. said...

My kids would love how it lights up!

cstironkat said...

I like that is lights up and comes in many different characters.

Abby said...

These toothbrushes are stylish and chic

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kdkdkd said...

I like the price and that it really lights up - I know my son would get a kick out of it.

janetfaye said...

I like that it has a timer and flashes.

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I follow.

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mverno said...

the flashes mverno@roadrunner.com

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I love the handle and colors.
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darlanpaulsmamma said...

i think that its is a fun idea and the kids would enjoy brushing with a toothbrush that lights up

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Hetal said...

In built timer is a gret help because my girls keep on asking me, am I done?

Unknown said...

I liek that it has a timer to ge tmy daughter to brush her teeth for the apporpriate amount of time.
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littlelatina said...

for my little firefly

stepperB said...

I really like the timer so my kids can't just brush for two seconds and say they're done.

moushka said...

I like that it will encourage kids to enjoy brushing thier teeth.

mogrill said...

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

Becky said...

I like that it lights up

vboackle said...

my grandson would like that it lights up.

Andrea said...

I love that it flashes so they know how long to brush

rosannepm said...

I like the large grip handle

rosannepm said...

I subscribe by e-mail
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rosannepm said...

I follow your blog

nightowl said...

I like the fact that it is only 99 cents and that it lights up.

nightowl said...

I subcribe to your blog.

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I follow your blog.

Marianna said...

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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Pat said...

I like that it has a timer.
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chromiumman said...

this is a super idea

Unknown said...

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

tatertot374 said...

Thank you for a great giveaway. I really like that it lights up my kids would love that. THank you
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Kathy P said...

i love that it lights up thats so cool :)

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Christine said...

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!!

Christine said...

I am a follower

Lisa Garner said...

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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Lisa Garner said...

I'm subscribed in google reader. Thanks!
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Lisa Garner said...

I'm also following your blog. Thanks!
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Angie said...

My daughter doesn't brush long enough on her own. This timer would be a great help!

Anonymous said...

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.

Molly C. said...

I love that it lights up for as long as you should brush. Great idea!

Gus and Clay's Mama said...

It might actually encourage my son to brush!

cman said...

I love that it lights up, my kids would just love this :)

Xenia said...

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.

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I like that it makes brushing fun for kids!

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Betty C said...

I like that it shuts off automatically.