How to Motivate Your Kids to Brush Their Teeth

I don't know why, but for some reason getting kids to brush their teeth can be a daily battle. Here are some tried and true methods I've used with my kids.

1. Step1

   *Set a timer*
   
   Setting a timer lets them know that they need to brush until the timer goes off.

2. Step2

   *Make a reward chart*
   
   Make a reward chart letting them check off a box each time they brush their teeth. When the chart is all filled in give them a reward.

3. Step3

   *Establish a routine*
   
   Start setting a routine as early as your child's first tooth. If you have a set routine in place from early on, your kids will be so used to brushing, they won't fight it.

4. Step4

   *Buy fun toothbrushes and/or toothpaste*
   
   Buy a spin brush or a tooth brush that plays a song. (I used this as my first reward for the kids). There are tons of character toothbrushes to choose from. Let the kids pick out their own toothbrush and a fun age appropriate tooth paste.

5. Step5

   *Make it fun*
   
   Sing a silly song while they brush their teeth. Make up your own song using your kids' name. (Like Twinkle Twinkle Little Star can easily become Twinkle Twinkle Little Teeth).