Josie and the Ice

Today's the day …………………. to soothe

You really feel sorry for little ones when it's obvious that they're teething.

It's bad enough when you're grown up and you have trouble with teeth, never mind when you're too young to know what's happening.  Poor Josie was suffering today.  She's got two tiny teeth already - but it was obvious that more were on their way through.  And the worst thing is, that there's not a lot you can do to help.

But this ingenious device was brilliant.  A plastic holder - a bit like an ice-cream cone that is easy for her to hold - with a bit of mesh at the top.  You put ice cubes into the mesh and then she can suck on them as much as she likes.  They have the effect of cooling down those inflamed gums and giving a bit of relief from the teething pain.

Simple - but very effective ……………………...