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Former Love Island star Georgia Harrison faced a backlash online after she shared her baby hacks with fans slamming one method as ‘dangerous’

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Former Love Island star Georgia Harrison has been shamed for a hack she shared online that she has been using for her newborn baby. She was slammed for using the “dangerous” method after posting a TikTok video telling fans her top three hacks.

Georgia, 30, shared the video on TikTok just weeks after she welcomed her baby daughter, who she has named Sahara Jean Stacey. However, she was later forced to defend herself as a “new mum” who is “still learning” after her baby hacks video didn’t go down as planned with viewers.

The criticism came surrounding her second hack, which was to use puppy pads to cover areas where the baby spends a lot of time. In the video she explained: “We have [puppy pads] everywhere. I put them underneath the sheet in the bassinet in case she does a wee so it doesn’t ruin the mattress.

“I have them on top of my changing table and next to it, and I also always have one in my baby bag so I can put it on top of the changing mat that I’m using.” The admission prompted an array of comments from TikTok users who warned her off using the puppy pads.

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One wrote: “Puppy pads contain chemicals which can damage skin. Better getting pads designed for children. As a district nurse we always advise against using puppy pads.” A second said: “Babies don’t use puppy pads ??? Use ones for kids puppy pads have something in them to make a dog go to the loo there.i would say they are toxic.”

A third pointed out: “Was always told not to use puppy pads because of irritation but the baby ones are hypoallergenic.”

A fourth social media user shared: “You should read the ingredients list in puppy pads they are not good for human skin. I work in care. I have seen what they can do. You can buy human incontinence sheets that have better ingredients and are less abrasive on the skin when they come into contact with moisture.”

Georgia then took to the comments section to defend herself and remind people she is a new mum. She said: “Guys it’s all good I’m a new mum so I’m still learning too. I don’t claim to be an expert and I can take advice well. I’ll grab the baby ones from Lidl later for contact use – I was suggested these one by someone else.”

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Georgia shared pictures from the birth of her daughter with fans as she and her boyfriend Jack Stacey held the infant for the first time. The images prompted a sea of supportive messages from her followers, including her fellow former Love Islanders

TOWIE star Gemma Collins wrote: “CONGRATULATIONS,” as Love Island All Stars winner Molly Smith commented: “Congratulations!!!! so so beautiful.” Arabella Chi commented: “Congrats my love , welcome to the girl mum crew it’s the best.”

Georgia shared the news that she was expecting her first child with her fans on Instagram in April alongside a snap of her growing baby bump.

She wrote: “We’ve been keeping a secret. Me and Jack are having a baby! Due November 2025, we can’t wait to welcome this little one into the world and embrace all the joy and love he or she will bring.” She added a love heart emoji to the post as she continued: “I still can’t believe I’ve finally got everything I ever wanted and I couldn’t be more grateful…And just like that 2 are about to become 3.”

Georgia fell pregnant ten months into her relationship with Jack after they met on a dating app.

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Former Love Island star Georgia Harrison faced a backlash online after she shared her baby hacks with fans slamming one method as ‘dangerous’

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Former Love Island star Georgia Harrison has been shamed for a hack she shared online that she has been using for her newborn baby. She was slammed for using the “dangerous” method after posting a TikTok video telling fans her top three hacks.

Georgia, 30, shared the video on TikTok just weeks after she welcomed her baby daughter, who she has named Sahara Jean Stacey. However, she was later forced to defend herself as a “new mum” who is “still learning” after her baby hacks video didn’t go down as planned with viewers.

The criticism came surrounding her second hack, which was to use puppy pads to cover areas where the baby spends a lot of time. In the video she explained: “We have [puppy pads] everywhere. I put them underneath the sheet in the bassinet in case she does a wee so it doesn’t ruin the mattress.

“I have them on top of my changing table and next to it, and I also always have one in my baby bag so I can put it on top of the changing mat that I’m using.” The admission prompted an array of comments from TikTok users who warned her off using the puppy pads.

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One wrote: “Puppy pads contain chemicals which can damage skin. Better getting pads designed for children. As a district nurse we always advise against using puppy pads.” A second said: “Babies don’t use puppy pads ??? Use ones for kids puppy pads have something in them to make a dog go to the loo there.i would say they are toxic.”

A third pointed out: “Was always told not to use puppy pads because of irritation but the baby ones are hypoallergenic.”

A fourth social media user shared: “You should read the ingredients list in puppy pads they are not good for human skin. I work in care. I have seen what they can do. You can buy human incontinence sheets that have better ingredients and are less abrasive on the skin when they come into contact with moisture.”

Georgia then took to the comments section to defend herself and remind people she is a new mum. She said: “Guys it’s all good I’m a new mum so I’m still learning too. I don’t claim to be an expert and I can take advice well. I’ll grab the baby ones from Lidl later for contact use – I was suggested these one by someone else.”

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Georgia shared pictures from the birth of her daughter with fans as she and her boyfriend Jack Stacey held the infant for the first time. The images prompted a sea of supportive messages from her followers, including her fellow former Love Islanders

TOWIE star Gemma Collins wrote: “CONGRATULATIONS,” as Love Island All Stars winner Molly Smith commented: “Congratulations!!!! so so beautiful.” Arabella Chi commented: “Congrats my love , welcome to the girl mum crew it’s the best.”

Georgia shared the news that she was expecting her first child with her fans on Instagram in April alongside a snap of her growing baby bump.

She wrote: “We’ve been keeping a secret. Me and Jack are having a baby! Due November 2025, we can’t wait to welcome this little one into the world and embrace all the joy and love he or she will bring.” She added a love heart emoji to the post as she continued: “I still can’t believe I’ve finally got everything I ever wanted and I couldn’t be more grateful…And just like that 2 are about to become 3.”

Georgia fell pregnant ten months into her relationship with Jack after they met on a dating app.

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‘Toothtok’ – where dentistry tips are shared on TikTok – is booming. But not everything suggested is a good idea. Bupa’s Dr Anni Seaborne reveals what actually works

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Want whiter teeth? You’re not alone. Online searches for teeth whitening are at an all-time high, and now dentistry tricks are being shared online.

With the cost-of-living crisis still biting, unsurprisingly many are searching for cheap fixes. Answers are coming from social media, from rubbing strawberries on teeth to even applying beauty products like purple shampoo. But do any of them actually work? Time for some myth busting.

“There are thousands of products available off the shelf, online and advertised on ‘social media. They all promise a quick, easy and lasting white smile, but the reality is most don’t work and, in some can cases, they can be down detrimental to the health so teeth and colour of your teeth,” says Dr Anni Seaborne, head of general dentistry at Bupa Dental Care. Here she unpicks some of the most controversial tips.

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Charcoal toothpaste: MYTH

Charcoal is highly abrasive, so while it will remove surface stains left by darker foods and drinks, it will also wear down your enamel, the outer white layer that protects your teeth, if used repeatedly.

Strawberries: MYTH

Strawberries contain malic acid, which can help lift surface stains. While that might make them seem like a natural fix, the acid in strawberries can wear down enamel, which can actually make your teeth look more yellow over time, not whiter.

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Oil pulling: MYTH

Swishing oil around your mouth is a trend, but there’s no solid proof it whitens teeth or removes toxins. It’s not harmful, but it won’t do much for your smile either, as there are no proven dental health benefits.

Baking soda: MYTH

Baking soda might help wear scrub off some surface enamel stains, but it won’t will actually make your teeth yellow any whiter. The abrasive nature of baking soda means that over time, it can wear down your enamel.

As the enamel thins, the yellowish dentin underneath becomes more visible, potentially making teeth appear more yellow. DIY baking soda toothpaste is generally not recommended.

Water with wine: TRY

Sipping water between glasses of wine or coffee can help rinse away any build-up of surface stains on your teeth. So while it doesn’t whiten teeth, rinsing with water helps wash away tannins, the compounds in wine that cling to enamel and cause staining.

Lemon juice: MYTH

Steer clear of using lemon juice. It is highly acidic and can damage enamel over time. And once enamel starts to wear away, the yellow dentin underneath begins to shine through. In the long-term, this makes your teeth look yellower.

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Purple shampoo: MYTH

Do not put purple shampoo in your mouth. While purple toothpaste exists, it’s more of a visual trick than a real whitening solution. Yes, purple shampoo tones hair but purple toothpaste doesn’t actually make your teeth whiter.

Cheese: TRY

Dairy is generally good for your teeth; it helps neutralise acids in the mouth and supports the remineralisation of enamel. However, when it comes to whitening, there’s no proof cheese or other dairy products like milk can make teeth whiter. It’s toothfriendly, just not a whitening agent.

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‘Toothtok’ – where dentistry tips are shared on TikTok – is booming. But not everything suggested is a good idea. Bupa’s Dr Anni Seaborne reveals what actually works

View 3 Images

Want whiter teeth? You’re not alone. Online searches for teeth whitening are at an all-time high, and now dentistry tricks are being shared online.

With the cost-of-living crisis still biting, unsurprisingly many are searching for cheap fixes. Answers are coming from social media, from rubbing strawberries on teeth to even applying beauty products like purple shampoo. But do any of them actually work? Time for some myth busting.

“There are thousands of products available off the shelf, online and advertised on ‘social media. They all promise a quick, easy and lasting white smile, but the reality is most don’t work and, in some can cases, they can be down detrimental to the health so teeth and colour of your teeth,” says Dr Anni Seaborne, head of general dentistry at Bupa Dental Care. Here she unpicks some of the most controversial tips.

READ MORE: ‘I’m a beauty editor – these are the best make-up and skincare brands for teenagers’

Charcoal toothpaste: MYTH

Charcoal is highly abrasive, so while it will remove surface stains left by darker foods and drinks, it will also wear down your enamel, the outer white layer that protects your teeth, if used repeatedly.

Strawberries: MYTH

Strawberries contain malic acid, which can help lift surface stains. While that might make them seem like a natural fix, the acid in strawberries can wear down enamel, which can actually make your teeth look more yellow over time, not whiter.

View 3 Images

Oil pulling: MYTH

Swishing oil around your mouth is a trend, but there’s no solid proof it whitens teeth or removes toxins. It’s not harmful, but it won’t do much for your smile either, as there are no proven dental health benefits.

Baking soda: MYTH

Baking soda might help wear scrub off some surface enamel stains, but it won’t will actually make your teeth yellow any whiter. The abrasive nature of baking soda means that over time, it can wear down your enamel.

As the enamel thins, the yellowish dentin underneath becomes more visible, potentially making teeth appear more yellow. DIY baking soda toothpaste is generally not recommended.

Water with wine: TRY

Sipping water between glasses of wine or coffee can help rinse away any build-up of surface stains on your teeth. So while it doesn’t whiten teeth, rinsing with water helps wash away tannins, the compounds in wine that cling to enamel and cause staining.

Lemon juice: MYTH

Steer clear of using lemon juice. It is highly acidic and can damage enamel over time. And once enamel starts to wear away, the yellow dentin underneath begins to shine through. In the long-term, this makes your teeth look yellower.

View 3 Images

Purple shampoo: MYTH

Do not put purple shampoo in your mouth. While purple toothpaste exists, it’s more of a visual trick than a real whitening solution. Yes, purple shampoo tones hair but purple toothpaste doesn’t actually make your teeth whiter.

Cheese: TRY

Dairy is generally good for your teeth; it helps neutralise acids in the mouth and supports the remineralisation of enamel. However, when it comes to whitening, there’s no proof cheese or other dairy products like milk can make teeth whiter. It’s toothfriendly, just not a whitening agent.

READ MORE: I’m a beauty entrepreneur – I quit my job and now make six figure sum