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Stop Thumb Sucking for Good – A TGuard Review

January 8, 2018 By MommyOctopus 3 Comments
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Stop Thumb Sucking for Good with TGuard

This New Year’s one of our resolutions has been to get our 2 year old to stop sucking his thumb.  Being cold, flu, and the dreaded stomach bug season, the last thing I want my toddler to do is to stick his fingers in his mouth after being in a store or play area.

We have committed to getting him to stop thumb sucking for good this year!  We had great success using the TGuard Fingerguard with our now 8 year old, so we knew exactly where to turn now that it’s time to stop our thumb sucker.   With the help from our friends at TGuard, we have been tackling this thumb sucking resolution with great results!

What is TGuard?

TGuard is a soft, flexible device that has been recommended by dentists, orthodontists, and pediatricians for over 20 years to help stop the thumb sucking habit.  With consistent use, the sucking habit can be broken in 4 weeks or less with the aid of TGuard products.

TGuard is currently offering the TGuard Aerothumb, TGuard Classic, and the TGuard Fingerguard, each uniquely designed for incredible results.  Each device design is comfortable, ventilated, and secure.

TGuard Aerothumb is the newest in the line of products, with an improved-design and over 95% success rate!

If you have a finger-sucker, Fingerguard will be your choice.  Fingerguard works on any 2 adjacent fingers to stop sucking fast.  When worn correctly, Fingerguard has a success rate of over 95% as well!

 

To use, you simply follow the instruction sheet and slip the device over the hand.  Double check fit and then add the bracelet as shown in the instructions.  The bracelet has to be cut to be removed, so little ones can’t just pull it off.  Each kit comes with 30 bracelets, and more can be bought on their website if you happen to need extra.

How it Worked for Us:

Before you start, you want to make sure that you and your child are ready.  For us, that meant making sure Simon was healthy, not teething, and not having any other major changes in his life.  Once our TGuard Aerothumb arrived, unfortunately he had a couple back to back colds and ear infections AND got his 2 year old molars, so we had to put it off a bit.  Finally we’ve been able to give it a try!

Being a curious 2 year old, he thought it was neat to have this device on his hand…. at first.  He was able to eat, drink, bathe, play, draw, and anything else he wanted to do without hindrance.  The only setback we have had was at nap time.  This is where consistency and using other methods to self soothe can come in handy.  Normally we would read a book, snuggle a little, and he would suck his thumb as he drifted off to sleep.  Instead, we read a book, snuggled a lot, and then he asked for the Aerothumb to come off.  I told him that it was staying on and he seemed a little surprised.  I rubbed his back, told him he was a good boy, and gave him his stuffed animals to hold onto.  It took much longer than normal for him to fall asleep the first time.

If I remember correctly, when we used the Fingerguard on my daughter years ago, she didn’t nap the first day.  For children, the device can be a different experience, and they have to develop new ways to self-soothe.  After a day or two, it took less and less time to nap or go to sleep at night, as long as we were consistent.

Our Thumb Sucking Results:

We haven’t used it the full 4 weeks yet, but we are seeing major progress!  Simon hasn’t been putting his hands in his mouth as often, so I’m super happy about that!  Less hands in mouth = less germs!  That’s a win-win!!

I really like that the TGuard Aerothumb doesn’t get in the way of his normal activities as a very active 2 year old boy.  He can even ride his little bike with it on and no problems.  I also appreciate that the TGuard knows kids can be a little sneaky and has designed the device in such a way that it can only be removed by cutting the bracelet, when used properly.

I know we will stay consistent and he will be completely thumb free very soon.  It worked brilliantly for my daughter with the Fingerguard and we are looking forward to complete success with the Aerothumb as well.  I highly recommend TGuard products to anyone trying to break a finger or thumb sucking habit.  For more information on the TGuard line of products, please visit the TGuard website.

TGuard Coupon Code:

If you’d like to try a TGuard product with your children, head on over to the TGuard website and learn more about the products.  At checkout, you can use code mommyoctopus18 to save 10% off your purchase!  You won’t be disappointed.

If for any reason you aren’t happy with your product, TGuard offers a 30 day money back guarantee!

Big thank you to our friends at TGuard for providing Simon with his Aeroguard that we received in exchange for posting.  All opinions are our own.

 

Things to Do With Teens in Athens

August 16, 2016 By MommyOctopus 1 Comment
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Now that I have a teenager, I have been looking for more activities for teens in Athens, Georgia.  There are more than you would think!

If you have an Athens teen, be sure to check these places out!  If you know of any others we can add to the list, leave a comment or send me a message.  Also, feel free to leave a comment if you have an opinion to share about any of the places mentioned.

Things to Do in Athens with Teenagers- Athens teen

Free Activities for Athens Teen:

Athens Skate Park – Free and open to the public, this is located inside Southeast Clarke Park.

Southern Off-Road Bicycle Association – This website offers information on various mountain biking trails within 30 miles of Athens.

Georgia Museum of Art – The Georgia Museum of Art is both a university museum at the University of Georgia and, since 1982, the official state museum of art.

State Botanical Garden of Georgia – The State Botanical Garden of Georgia is home to a stunning range of collections, displays and trails.

Athens Library – Pick up a brochure at the Athens Library or check their calendar for teen events.

Paying Activities:

Urban Enigmas – Athens Premier Escape Room is a must for any teen looking for a challenge.  Reservations are recommended.

Funopolis – Located a little further out from Athens, but a hit with the teenagers with the game room and activities.

Rush – Awesome trampoline park and teens 13 and older can be dropped off.  Ages 15 and older can check out Rush Prime Time where they can have fun without any littles kids.

The Rook & Pawn – A board game cafe, perfect for a quiet afternoon or hanging out with friends.

Active Climbing – Try your skills out scaling rock walls.  Active Climbing even offers a youth climbing team!

Flashback Games – A retro game room where all games are included in the price to get in!

Disc Golf – Minimal fee, must have own discs

Big Dogs on the River – Kayak through the Middle Oconee River

Broad River Outpost – Beginner WhiteWater or Scenic Float, kayaking, canoeing and camping for all experience levels.

Athens Leisure Service – Offers art classes, sports, and more for all ages.

Sandy Creek Park – Fishing, swimming, and hiking.

Fun Galaxy  – Watch for “All You Can Eat Pizza” nights and other teen skating nights.

Athens Skate Inn – Watch for teen night events

Core Soccer – Check their website for teen programs.

Lyndon House Art Center – Offers classes and activities for teens and all ages.

Escape the Space – Minimum age of 14 to enjoy escaping the space.

Canopy Studio – Offers trapeze classes for teens and most ages.

United Team Sports Center – Perfect for the athlete with games and tournaments and even parties!

 

Big thanks to my friend Merry for helping me put together this list!  You rock!

 

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Free Atlanta Braves Tickets – Kids Club Offer presented by Chick-fil-A

June 17, 2016 By MommyOctopus Leave a Comment
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Wow!  If you are an Atlanta Braves fan, check out how your can score 2 free Atlanta Braves tickets through their kids club to any remaining home game!  Big thanks to Chick-fil-A for presenting this offer!  We are hoping to get to a game soon!

Available for the first time, the Atlanta Braves are offering two free tickets to any remaining home game* for all members of the Braves Kids Club, presented by Chick-fil-A. Register your child as a Kids Club member by following the links below and take advantage of this incredible opportunity. Once your child is registered, either as a free or premium member, you will receive a confirmation email with two unique ticket codes to use when making your purchase (all purchases must be made online). Additional tickets can be added to your order through the online ticket process as well.

*Excludes Sept. 30 – Oct. 2 games vs. DET; ticket options: Upper Box & Outfield Pavilion

Have you been to a game?  How did your kids enjoy it?

A Case of the Stickers

September 26, 2012 By MommyOctopus Leave a Comment
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My 2 little girls have a case of the stickers…. and it’s apparently highly contagious 🙂  It also normally appears after Grandma comes over.

Do your kids love stickers as well?  Have you ever found any stuck in weird places?

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