Has one of your child’s teeth started to wiggle? Well, we all know what that means. It’s time for you to play the tooth fairy! Finally, the time has come for you to take on a new role in your kid’s life. While you might be as excited as your little one for the first tooth to fall out, deep inside, you might be feeling anxious to get them the right gift. Giving them money is surely the safest option but it’s so passé and isn’t always the best one. Coming from a fellow mom, there are plenty of fun and creative ways to play tooth fairy for your child. You can also try tooth fairy-related DIYs to make your child jump with joy the next morning.
Tiny tooth fairy notes to match their tiny tooth
What’s better than receiving a tiny little note from the tooth fairy with your tooth missing from under your pillow? Print out some templates from the internet, or simply write your own note and shrink it by 75% on a copier or scanner. Add some stickers of cute little teeth or their favorite characters to make it a personalized one. You can also print out certificates, activity sheets, receipts, etc., to make it an uber-fun event. This is one of the best ways to play tooth fairy for your little one at the very last minute.
DIY bags to keep their little teeth in
If you love sewing, whether it be for you or your child, you will love this DIY! Every kid needs a place to stow away their tooth and tuck it in safely under their pillow. So, why not make a bag for your toddler? You can sew the bag with bright-colored fabric with pretty patches on it to keep it fashionable for your kiddos.
Make sure to hide your DIY from your child, or else you will ruin the surprise. You can also stick a note from the tooth fairy, instructing them to brush their teeth twice a day and floss diligently every single day. This small trick will make it easy for you to teach your child about oral hygiene and ensure they follow through with it. It’s a win-win for all! Alternatively, if you are a busy mom with a packed schedule, you can buy a small bag from a nearby store or online.
Gift your child a fairy pillow
If you’re a parent who wants to make the tooth storage in your child’s room a bit less obvious, opt for a sophisticated tooth pillow. If you can find a pillow with a journal and a secret pocket, nothing like it. You and your kid will be the only ones who know its secret purpose!
Gift tooth fairy books to your little one
By the time your kiddo is in kindergarten, they’ve surely heard stories about the infamous tooth fairy. However, do they understand what it’s all about? Well, be their fairy full of wisdom and gift them books like, “The Night Before the Tooth Fairy,” to share the magic that comes with the night you lose your teeth. You can also opt for other books that tell them all about the origin and significance of this magical creature that visits people after they lose their teeth.
Make a tooth fairy hamper for your child
This is one of the most fun and creative ways to play tooth fairy for your child. Get a small basket and fill it with all of their favorite things. Opt for small items rather than big ones to make this tooth fairy DIY look more realistic. Filling the basket with trinkets, tiny crayon sets, sticker sheets, miniature toys, etc., will be a good idea. Keep them near their pillow, window, or bedside table so it’s the first thing they see the next morning.
Keepsake boxes, toys, log sheets, mini coloring books, and so on will also make for great gifts for your little one. With a little thought and some planning, you can easily ace the role of tooth fairy. So, which of these ideas will you try out with your kiddo? Do let us know in the comment section below! Also, feel free to surprise your children with all of the above, switching it up every time they lose a tooth to make the tooth fairy visits all the more fun.
