All About Baltic Amber Teething Necklaces

How they work,

Why they are a popular choice

Safety Issues and

Care

Q & A about Baltic Amber

Is it OK to wear the necklace 24/7 including when asleep?

No. We recommend you take the necklace off whenever your baby doesn’t have supervision.  Especially when sleeping.

How does it work?

The skin’s warmth releases healing oils from the amber, a resin, which is absorbed into the bloodstream. What does the amber do? It reduces red inflamed cheeks and stimulates the thyroid glands to reduce drooling. Amber is associated with sunlight and warmth and reputed to boost the immune system, reduce inflammation, accelerates the healing of wounds, reduce inflammation of the throat, ear and stomach infections and respiratory disease. There are no tablets, medications or pastes that can compete with this amber teething necklace, the necklace is unique and has amazing results which are all natural.

Why natural pain relief vs chemicals?

Unlike teething gels or pain relief syrups, the traditional beaded amber necklaces imported from the Baltic region are a less intrusive remedy for the pain and side effects of teething, such as lack of appetite, upset tummies, ear ache, fevers and colds. A natural analgesic, amber will help calm a baby without resorting to drugs.

Are they safe?

They are safe if you use them safely!!

As a safety feature there is a knot before and after each bead, so that even in the extremely unlikely event of the string being torn, no beads are lost and there is no risk of choking, necklaces are secured with a traditional screw clasp, not a sterling silver hook and ring!
What is amber made from?

Amber is afossilised tree resin. It is not a stone so therefore warm to the touch, as well as very comfortable and light to wear.

What is the key ingredient in amber?

The Baltic amber-succinite – is fossilised resin produced by plants 40 – 50 million years ago. In nature the resin would have been used by plants as an antibiotic against viruses, a substance healing cuts or a plaster for wound dressing. Now fossilised, its healing properties have been captured and are release once the resin has been warmed by the skin.

What research has been done on Amber?

The active ingredient in Baltic amber is succinic acid, which was analysed by the pioneer of modern bacteriology and Nobel-prize winner Robert Koch (1886). He confirmed its positive influences and discovered that there is no risk of the accumulation of surplus amounts of succinic acid in the human organism. Recent scientific research has also proved that succinic acid has a very positive influence on the human organism, iIt strengthens the body, improves immunity, the course of energy-related processes and the balance of acids.

How long will my necklace last?

The teething necklaces are specifically designed for use with babies and are therefore extremely durable. With the right care, one necklace will last and become a treasured heirloom to pass down in the family.

My baby wants to chew on the necklace, is this OK?

It will not cause any harm to the child, however the necklace is made for wearing, not for chewing. The easiest solution is to tuck it under their clothing and the necklace will quickly assume body temperature and the child will ignore it. You should use other teething aids such as chewing rings to meet your baby’s increased chewing needs .

Baltic amber vs other amber?

Baltic ambers healing properties are due to its high succinic acid content. Of all types of amber, Baltic amber contains the most succinic acid, which makes it the most valued. Succinic acid is not found in any fossil resins similar to amber..

Care of your Amber Jewellery

A few quick guidelines to help keep your new amber in the best condition.
Will water damage the necklace?

We recommend you avoid extended contact with water. With prolonged exposure the thread may become brittle.
Your new amber is alive. The beads are still breathing & interacting with the environment. The color may change over time—this is expected & contributes to the unique, intensely individual nature of amber. Each piece of amber ages differently. Each is composed of different combinations of plant materials & fossil inclusions. Science has yet to replicate the chemical signature of amber in the laboratory, so amber retains not only beauty, but also a bit of mystery. Amber has retained its beauty for million years and the polished luster can be retained indefinitely, if a few precautions are observed. The softness, brittleness, and susceptibility of amber requires some special care in handling and storing.

î Do not put your amber jewelry on before hairspray and perfume is applied, because it will likely create a whitish coating on the amber that may be permanent.

î The first precaution is taken by the manufacturer stringing the beads on silk or linen thread with knots between each bead to prevent mutual rubbing and chipping.
Amber jewelry should not be stored where it can rub against metal or other jewelry, and storage in a soft cloth is best.

î Never put amber jewelry in an ultrasonic or steam cleaner, which would shatter the gem.
Never let amber come in contact with strong solutions, soaps, detergents, commercial jewelry cleaning solutions, perfume, or hairspray. All of these can dull the finish and/or give a whitish coating.
Keep the amber away from common kitchen substances such as cleansers, salad oil, butter and excessive heat of ovens and burners.

î Dust and perspiration can be removed with clean, lukewarm (never hot!) water and a soft flannel cloth.
The amber can be dried and rubbed with clear olive oil, then rubbed with a soft cloth to remove excess oil and restore the polish.

î Remember never to wear jewelry you value when doing strenuous, physical activity (e.g. gardening).

The following information can be found on the Fair Trading Website from the Dept of QLD

Amber teething necklace : Office of Fair Trading