I totally get the urge to crank it up and “power wash” your teeth—been there, regretted that. The first time I tried the high setting, I swear my bath...

Bananas are sneaky, right? I thought they’d be the MVP of soft foods, but nope—just weird mush. Applesauce was a hit for us too, though my kid got bor...

That pillow mountain life is real, but honestly, I’ve always leaned more toward a single firm pillow and just a bit of a recline. Too much elevation m...

Nail clippers and braces wires... that’s a combo I’ve tried too, and let’s just say my “DIY ortho” skills are not in demand. I totally get the urge to...

Right? I swear, every time I drink coffee with my aligners in, I’m convinced I’ll end up with tie-dye trays. Quick rinse is clutch. Also, paper straws...

My niece did the exact same thing—her stickers ended up everywhere except the chart. I think you’re onto something with it being more about the shared...

Haha, this is spot on. After my wisdom teeth came out with IV sedation, I legit teared up because my dog looked "extra fluffy and adorable." 😂...

Haha, the mini jet engine comparison is spot-on. The first time we turned ours on, my son gave it such a suspicious side-eye I thought he'd never go n...

Haha, exactly! Gum's like that friend who tries to help clean up after a party but ends up just rearranging the mess. Better than nothing, sure, but y...

I totally get what you mean about sesame oil—felt like I was swishing salad dressing at first, lol. Haven't asked my ortho directly, but I imagine the...

Totally feel you on the WebMD rabbit hole...been there, done that, got the anxiety attack to prove it. One thing I'd add is chatting with the dental a...