According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, 45% of all third graders have cavities. On this episode, the Moms navigate the topic of oral health with special guest, Dr. Manal Ibrahim of Innovative Orthodontic Centers. Dr Ibrahim, a mother of two, shares her expertise and encourages starting oral health as early as one year old to get your child on a positive track.
The Moms talk about how a bright and healthy smile can improve a person’s self confidence, especially as they enter junior high. Dr. Ibrihim adds that American Association of Orthodontists recommend the first visit to the orthodontist at seven years old to set a baseline for any future treatment.
When is the right time to start having your children mow the lawn, do the dishes or make their beds? On this episode, of the Moms talk about age appropriate responsibility and the struggle to get the right balance.
The Moms talk about how it’s important to treat both your son and daughter equally when it comes to chores, when is it appropriate to have an allowance for chores and how to navigate the impulse that “it would be easier to do it myself!”
