Jack N’ Jill Makes Kids Rush to Brush

By Stephanie Hanlon

Teeth are milestone markers for parents and kids alike. Painful coming in and sometimes coming out, we all know brushing and flossing is crucial to keeping pain away in between. Anyone who has tried to teach a wriggling toddler how to properly swish and spit knows a lot more toothpaste ends up in gullets than in the sink. Thankfully that worry is lessened with natural toothpastes such as Jack N’ Jill.

Made in Melbourne, Australia starting in 1949, the toothpaste is 100% safe for young children. Jack N’ Jill toothpaste has been evaluated by researchers from Skin Deep ––- the Environmental Working Group’s database for the safety of personal care products. It also tastes and smells delicious, which parents can tell you will be key to getting kids to unlock their jaws for toothie time. Flavors like banana, blackcurrant, blueberry, raspberry and strawberry make for fruity fun.

Creators Justin and Rachel have pharmaceutical backgrounds and a concern for the environment extending beyond toothpaste. They created the first children’s toothbrushes made of non-GMO cornstarch to be both biodegradable and recyclable. Bonus? With cartoon characters like bunnies and hippos, kids will rush to brush every night. A corresponding cup is made from bamboo and rice husks. The biodegradable cup is earth-friendly and more sanitary than the disposable sippy cups.

For the littlest biters who aren’t quite ready for the real deal, the Jack N’ Jill Tooth & Gum brush and the Finger Brush are gentle on tiny teeth and sensitive gums. Both are BPA and PVC free.

New to the Jack N’ Jill collection is the Sleepover Bag. With the classic nursery rhyme set against bright cartoons, this little pouch helps ensure kids bring all the necessities for brushing sugar-covered teeth, no matter where they go.

Mouths will drop when you show off the Jack N’ Jill tooth care line. Make your own toothsome grin at www.usa.jackandjillkids.com