Bite chains that provide sensory stimuli

Did you know that some of our bite chains can be a great addition for the senses? With their diversity, they offer a nice feeling in the mouth as well as a tactile stimulus! In this blog, I zoom in on a number of bite chains with different materials and textures that stimulate your child’s senses and oral motor skills and boost development.

Sensory Stimuli: What Are They and Why Are They So Important?

Sensory stimuli are the signals that your child receives through his senses: touch, smell, taste, sight and hearing. These stimuli help your child discover the world around him. For young children, it is super important to have a lot of sensory experiences, as this helps with brain development. And the mouth is one of the most important places of discovery! Babies and young children use their mouths to explore everything – from touching toys to tasting new flavors.

Bite chains with extra sensory stimuli are therefore a great way to stimulate the sense of touch and develop oral motor skills.

How bite chains provide additional sensory stimuli

Bite chains can have different textures

For example, some bite chains have ridges, bumps or smooth pieces. Each texture creates a different sensation in the mouth, which is not only nice for the teeth, but also stimulates the sense of touch.

Bite chains are not just soft or hard

Think of silicone that is nice and flexible, or wooden bite chains that feel sturdier. Some bite chains even combine multiple materials, such as silicone and wood, or offer a kind of soft layer over the silicone. Your child can feel and explore different hardnesses and materials.

Bite chains to develop oral motor skills

Did you know that chewing on a bite chain also helps strengthen your child’s mouth and jaw muscles? So it’s also a great way to prepare your child to eat solid foods and to develop speech skills. A bite chain is therefore not only useful for the teeth, but also for the future! Of course, a teething chain with cord cannot be given to children under the age of 3, so move to teething toys or teething rings.

Our top 5 bite chains with extra sensory stimulation

Chewigem Eternity

The Chewigem Eternity Chew Chain is definitely a winner! It feels wonderfully soft and is perfect for anyone with an average chewing need. This bite chain has a silky smooth coating that is not only nice to chew on, but also to fidget with. It’s like a hug to your hands and your mouth at the same time! This teething chain is a true favorite with young adults, but of course it is also great for children.

Chewigem Cat

Are you looking for a chew jewelry that is both cute and functional? Meet the Chewigem Chewing Jewelry Cat! This cool piece of jewelry has the shape of a cat’s head and is a real must-have for little chew explorers. One side is nice and smooth, while the other side has nice nubs for an extra sensory stimulus in the mouth area – perfect for those moments when your child is exploring! It is particularly suitable for children who like to suck or suck their thumbs.

Chewigem Skull

Meet the Chewigem Skull Bite Chain! This pendant in the shape of a skull is not only super cool, but also very nice for your senses. One side is nice and smooth, while the other side has nubs for an extra sensory experience – perfect for those who like a little extra stimuli!

The Chewigem Skull is a real hit with boys (and girls who like a cool look). And it gets even more fun – combine it with the Tread Bracelets for a super cool set!

Ark Therapeutic Brick stick

The ARK Therapeutic Bite Chain Brick Stick should not be missing from this list! This long chewing piece has the shape and texture of a well-known building block – a super fun and practical solution for soothing chewing cravings and the nubs also provide extra stimuli in the mouth area.

Ark Therapeutic Super Star

Meet the Super Star Bite Chain from ARK Therapeutic – a super cool chewing piece for boys and girls! This awesome chewing piece is perfect for kids who like to chew with their front teeth. It’s a safe and cool solution for anyone who often bites down on pencils, shirts, fingers, or other things. It features a raised texture for light tactile stimuli.

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