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THUMBS UP TO COMFORTERS!

It's official! Comforters are better for your baby to suck than their own thumb, according to research by the Academy of Paediatric Dentistry, America.

According to the research, although thumb sucking isn't necessarily harmful to your baby's development, it can cause teeth alignment problems later in life. What's more, the habit is much harder to break - throwing out a comforter is easy, but thumbs are a little more permanent!

Unfortunately, sucking is not preventable. Over 90% of newborns show some form of hand sucking by just two hours of age! It's one of a baby's most natural reflexes and a great way to calm your baby when they are tired, bored, hungry or just want some comfort.

But why are comforters any better than sucking a thumb? Comforters are softer and cause less damage to the teeth if sucked past the age of 2-4 years. The plastic rim provides some relief of the tension placed on the teeth and they are also easier to clean.

But with so many comforters on the market, how do you know which one to choose? This Tommee Tippee guide will make sure your baby has the best comforter to suit all their sucking needs:

Always make sure the comforter is Standards Australia accredited, like all comforters from Tommee Tippee. Look for the five tick logo if unsure

Make sure the shield is made from firm plastic with ventilation holes to increase air circulation and reduce choking hazards

Clean your comforter frequently until your baby is six months old

Always choose a shape your baby enjoys - you may have to test different shapes and sizes before you find the perfect fit

Never tie a comforter around your baby's neck or to their crib

If you're on the lookout for the perfect comforter for your baby - why not check out one of these three great new, Australian Standard approved, comforters from Tommee Tippee:

Tommee Tippee Brites Comforter With a choice of four great colours and a fish, butterfly, turtle or sun motif, your baby will love this Brite, vibrant comforter. It costs only $5.95 and has a reversible orthodontic shaped teat and symmetrical design to fit comfortably in your baby's mouth.





Tommee Tippee Rattle n Glow ComforterIf your baby likes to suck both day and night - this is the comforter for them. The Sun comforter ring rattles to entertain during the day and Moon comforter ring glows in the dark at night! At $7.50 for a twin pack, these comforters also come with a hygienic snap on cover.




Tommee Tippee Funky Face ComforterBabies love bright colours and friendly faces, which is why this comforter could be the one for your baby. With four novel animal faces to choose from and a hygienic snap-on cover, the Funky Face comforter is great value at only $4.50. Choose between four Funky Faces - Frog, Monkey, Cat and Dog.

All Tommee Tippee comforters are available in two sizes - for 0-6 months and 6-18 months.