Honi Kine Teething Necklaces

"Why do all of your necklaces have this funny wooden ring at the bottom of them now?"

This question was asked by one of the college guys that I lead worship with weekly at church. I proceeded to explain that it was a teething necklace for Piper (though my mother would tell you it's for me when I'm bored)! Let me start at the beginning...

A few months ago, my mommy friends and I began to become frantic as our babies approached teething. They showed all the signs- drooling, chewing on everything, crankiness, swollen gums, etc. We jumped onto our online forums posting questions about remedies and tricks! It was at this point that our friend Sharon revealed that she makes beautiful teething necklaces.

What's a teething necklace? Well, it's a necklace made from safe materials that is worn for the purpose of the little one chomping on it and keeping busy while you hold them! No, it is not to be confused with Amber teething necklaces that are worn by the baby. These necklaces are made for Mommy! Sharon was just starting up her business, Honi Kine, so she offered discounted prices for us and brought all of her supplies to mommy group for us to make our own. We were sold! Here is a picture of the 'few' that I own...

Is this too many? Can you EVER have too many teething necklaces!?! 

So what does Honi Kine mean? Straight from the Honi Kine website- "the honi is a Polynesian greeting in which two people greet each other by pressing noses & inhaling at the same time. it represents the exchange of ha -- the breath of life, and mana -- spiritual power between two people." Each Honi Kine necklace is made from tightly crochet covered beads and a maple hardwood all-natural wood teething ring, brushed with an organic beeswax olive oil seal. They each come "nestled in a premium muslin pouch". There are also a few 100% organic cotton options!

Here are some pictures of my necklaces in action...

And remember this picture from my Scars and Flaws post? 

Yeah, it was taken in California while I was on a girls weekend.... without the baby. Yes, I love the bohemian look of them so much that I wear them when she's not around! If you think it's just for teething, think again! Piper uses them as a comfort grip, a shaking toy, or to put her foot in. It makes feedings a little more pleasant- less feet and fingers up my nose because her hands are occupied! I also nanny a 2 year old girl who does not need it for teething, but every time I have one on she sits in my lap and holds it or plays with it. These are the ultimate comfort item, gals.

If you don't love the wood teething ring, there are other options as well. Like this...

And it doesn't stop at necklaces! Honi Kine also makes sidekick clips and burp clothes! Each product is handmade by Sharon, so if you have a custom idea, let her know! (She and her daughter Ava also model most of the products on the website! Aren't they just so beautiful?!)

Visit the Honi Kine Website and also 'like' the Honi Kine facebook page!

With how affordable and adorable these products are, this website could be your new favorite! Happy Shopping!