The first tooth usually arrives between 4 and 7 months, and it’s a milestone every parent wants to remember. Here’s how to mark the occasion.
Tooth Fairy Boxes
Even though the tooth fairy is years away, a beautiful personalised tooth box makes a lovely keepsake from the start. Options include:
- Silver-plated first tooth boxes: Engraved with name and date — classic and elegant.
- Wooden keepsake boxes: Rustic and charming, often with individual compartments for each tooth.
- Porcelain trinket boxes: Delicate and decorative for display on a shelf.
Documenting the Milestone
- Take a photo showing the tooth (easier said than done with a wriggly baby!).
- Note the date in a baby milestone book or journal.
- Create a “first tooth” page in their memory box with a photo and the date.
DIY Keepsake Ideas
Press baby’s hand into clay with the date, or create a “first tooth day” photo card with a milestone disc. These cost almost nothing but become treasured memories.