Amber teething aid big hit despite the critics

Amber teething aid big hit despite the critics - Bay of Plenty Times: "THE jury's out on the effectiveness of amber teething necklaces for babies, with some parents swearing by them, despite scientists slamming the beads.

But experts agree that babies should wear them only when supervised, due to the risk of strangulation and choking.

The necklaces have become increasingly popular with parents hoping to ease the pain of teething for their babies."