Can you buy Baby Orajel in the UK, if so where?

[Pavlovthecat]

In particular the night time one. Or else do you know if Walgreens etc would dispatch to UK from USA?

[Pavlovthecat]

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[Sugarmagnolia]

I don't think you can get the US stuff in the UK - it's not licensed here. It is sooooo much better though, isn't it!!! The best I can suggest is finding someone in the US who will send you some.

[southeastastra]

you can get normal orajel so maybe ask at a chemist and they can order some?

[Sugarmagnolia]

No, I'm pretty sure not. DH is a pharmacist and we always had to get it sent over from the states.

[USAUKMum]

you can't get it here -- I get my mother to bring it when she comes over. They are due a visit at Easter, I could get some smuggled in for you if you like

[Pavlovthecat]

thanks for all of this! I guessed not but worth a go...I do have family in USA but its a hassle as they are forgetful and I am almost out! I found a website that will send it to me, 4 tubes for $30.00 inc shipping! Its a lot but its worth it for a nights sleep.

You are right, it is fantastic stuff Sugarmagnolia! Thanks USAUKmum, see when delivery is, maybe I will take you up on that offer!

[KathG]

yep - it was a revelation when we found it a few years ago, and I bought some for my friends' little ones as their present , the parents appreciated it!

[USAUKMum]

Pavlovthecat -- it is your lucky day. I've one tube of nighttime formula of baby Orajel. And DS has just finished getting his last molar. DD hasn't got her 6yr molars yet, but I've been told you keep them clean and it is okay.

So it is yours if you want it.

[USAUKMum]

need I add unopened

[Sugarmagnolia]

Hi USAUKMum - I'm from NY and Boston too.

I didn't know they get more molars at 6. Does this usually happen before or after they start to lose their baby teeth because DD will be 6 soon and has lost 2 already but i've not noticed any molars!

[USAUKMum]

Hey sugar they get them between 6 & 7. DD BF has got hers already though hasn't lost any teeth yet. DD is still devestated that she has no wobbly ones (she's 6 on 19 March). So the molars can come any time !

BTW my brother is now contemplating leaving Boston for MN!

[USAUKMum]

My friend (ex-dental hygenist) says that you should keep the new teeth really clean as they come in and you shouldn't have any problem with pain. But if you don't they can get all red & swollen and really hurt. Something about the gum flapping about and germs......so get back there and scrub!

[USAUKMum]

in new teeth I mean the molars (DS has just spent the month cutting 4 molars and hasn't slept through since 15 Jan -- not that I'm keeping track.....) so brain not working

[Sugarmagnolia]

My DD will be 6 on March 25th but I think my DS must be older than yours though - he's 3 1/2. My brother also lives in Boston though - small world! Your brother is leaving Boston to live on Mumsnet? Or do you mean Minnesotta?

Will keep an eye out for those molars.

(Pavlov - sorry for the hijack)

[USAUKMum]

my brother in Mumsnet now that is a thought. No, Minnesotta. SIL says he is not allowed to fish all the time. My DS is 2.5.

(well it may be a hijack but Pavlov still has the offer of the gel on the table )

[Pavlovthecat]

USA - OMG fanastic - sorry I have not been on, had a hectic day...I would love the Orajel! How much/how/when/etc!

Sugar - dont worry about the hijack, its a relatively uninspiring thread so feel free to discuss how small the world is, keeps the thread alive!!!

[Pavlovthecat]

BTW, my family live all over USA - BIL1 plus family live in NY, BIL2 plus family live near San Fran, Californ I A, MIL lives in Albuquerque (scuse sp, I never get it right). Spent week just before xmas in Alb with DP and LO...got stuck in San Fran overnight due to 'weather' Considering a move to San Fran (not because of the stopover, although stayed in loverly hotel!)...

If we decide to move, I can get baby orajel toothpaste and everything!!!

[Sugarmagnolia]

My parents are in NY & my best friend is in San Fran. I keep promising to go out and visit her. I don't know about SF but there are some great places for kids in NY if you're there on a holiday.

[Pavlovthecat]

we will be going there this year hopefully, for honeymoon/visit family/family hol...any good places to stay as BIL has no space at his...?

BIL2 lives in Modesto just outside San Fran...

[Sugarmagnolia]

Sorry, not that familiar with San Fran - I have been there but it was a long time ago and pre-children!

[USAUKMum]

I won't be able to get to the post office until Tues. But my mother gave me the gel, so I will give it to you . I don't think postage will be that much as it is so light, but it is thick, so don't know with new posting rules. If you send me your address, I pop it in the post Tues.

I can recommend the Inn at Occidental -- it is a bit away from SanFran, so would be a sidetrip but fab!

[Pavlovthecat]

thanks USA - can you send me your email so I dont give my addy out over MN? thanks

Suger - sorry not clear there. BIL1 lives in NY, BIL2 lives in san fran, going to NY, not San Fran, although prob going to San Fran too USA so thanks for that tip! We stayed in Merriot San Fran Airport, very nice indeed (courtesy of BIL due to horrendous flight)

[Scootergirl]

We've an American PX on the army base where we live and they have both kinds of baby Oragel so if you want a bulk consignment sending over, you can CAT me your details and I'll get you some.
I once licked my finger after giving DS some and my tongue was numb for about two hours!!

[Pavlovthecat]

scootergirl, sounds great. How do I CAT? And yes it is wow isnt it?!!

[Scootergirl]

Just go to the contact a mumsnetter bit at the top of the page and send me a message or email me at amandaandjames @ brown4426.freeserve. co .uk
I think it's only a couple of dollars a tube but I'll pop down and check. It's no hardship as they also sell fab jellybeans!
HOw many do you want?