Healthy Families and Southshore Skipping Stones:
Pregnancy oral health, infant oral health, and Childhood oral health video series
This video series has been made possible through funding from Indiana's Title V Maternal and Child Health (MCH) Block Grant Program and collaborations between Dunebrook, Healthy Families of La Porte County, and Southshore Skipping Stones.
Section One:
Growing a healthy mouth: getting ready for teeth
Early Childhood Caries/Cavities Prevention
Summary: Learn about the disease that causes childhood cavities, Early Childhood Caries, and how you can begin to prevent it during pregnancy, even before your baby has any teeth, and with each new baby tooth that pops into their mouth.
When to watch this video: During pregnancy and before your baby turns two years old!
Pregnancy Oral Health
Summary: Oral health is an important part of pregnancy health! Learn how to protect your teeth and gums during pregnancy and why visiting the dentist during pregnancy can help not only the heath of your pregnancy, but your baby’s oral health.
When to watch this video: During pregnancy or when you are thinking about becoming pregnant.
Oral Hygiene for a Baby Without Teeth
Summary: The how and why of wiping a baby’s mouth out from the day they are born.
When to watch this video: During pregnancy or soon after your baby is born.
Tooth Brushing Tutorial for Infants
Summary: The how and why of brushing once your baby’s first tooth pops through, including how to use toothpaste and when to start flossing.
When to watch this video: During pregnancy or soon after your baby is born.
Age One Dental Visit
Summary: Learn why it is recommended to begin visits to the dentist no later than your baby’s first birthday and how to find a dentist for that first visit.
When to watch this video: During pregnancy or soon after your baby is born.
Summary: What to expect with loose teeth, when to expect loose teeth; what to look for with permanent teeth coming in and what are sealants.
When to watch this video: During pregnancy and before your child turns five years old.
Section Two:
How to feed your baby and NOT the cavity causing bacteria: nutrition for optimal oral health and overall health
First Six Months Nutrition and Oral Health
Summary: Even though during their first six months a baby receives only breastmilk and/or formula, they are beginning to develop their sense of taste. Learn about the importance of taste development and its connection to your baby’s health including oral health.
When to watch this video: During pregnancy during your baby’s first six months.
Introducing an Open Cup Around Six Months with Solid Foods
Summary: The why and how of introducing an open cup to your baby at six months and the amazing importance of allowing your baby to develop a taste for plain water.
When to watch this video: During pregnancy and during your baby’s first six months.
Age One Beverage Choices and How to Serve Them
Summary: How to introduce water, milk, and juice in a healthy way that will give your baby the best chance of developing a taste for water. The best times of the day to offer different beverages is also discussed.
When to watch this video: During pregnancy and before your baby’s second birthday.
Nutrition Guidelines for 24 Months and Younger: No Added Sugars
Summary: What are added sugars, why it is so important to avoid them during the first two years of life, and how to avoid them.
When to watch this video: During pregnancy and before your baby’s second birthday.
Snacking!!!
Summary: What are the healthiest kid-friendly snacks, and which snacks feed the cavity causing bacteria.
When to watch this video: During pregnancy and before your baby’s second birthday.
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