What to Try Wednesdays - Infant Oral Massager

I use a wonderful product for therapy for early feeding and oral stimulation is the Z-vibe in my treatment sessions. As an SLP - I LOVE this product. However, it is very pricey (It starts at $36).



Recently I came across the Dr Mom Gentle Vibrations Toothbrush by Summer Infant. I really like the ridged edge of the gum stimulator. It's available at Babies R Us and is only $9.99. It's not as functional as the Z-vibe if you want a spoon tipped applicator, but in children with hyposensitivity (not sensitive) it helps to increase awareness in the mouth. This is an important step in getting ready to eat solids.

If the Z-vibe is recommended, talk to your SLP about the Gentle Vibrations Toothbrush. It just might be the right fit!

What to try Wednesdays

As a speech-language pathologist and a mom I get really frustrated by over-inflated prices on "therapeutic" toys. My mission is to help families find items that their child will really use and really help them talk - and that don't break the bank. I'm reviewing my finds on Wednesdays in my "What to Try Wednesdays" post.


You will not need all of these items! (Phew, some Mommy guilt was just removed) It's especially important to work with a qualified speech-language pathologist to understand what your child really needs. My advice is not a substitute for professional recommendations or therapy plans. But - if your therapist is recommending a specific tool, there's no harm in asking about an alternative - especially if one is effective, both in treatment and in cost.