Little kids may want bubblegum, but they shouldn't be chewing it until they're around 5, experts say. (Image: Getty; illustrated by Nathalie Cruz. (Image by Getty, Illustration by Nathalie Cruz.) ...

We would recommend giving your child sugar-free gum, though, which is significantly better for their teeth. Chewing gum can even help get rid of food residue, and is also pretty fun for kids to chew.