1. Start at the ends of the hair, not the roots. With children, hold the hair above the section you're working through to protect the scalp from pulling.
2. Work upwards in short, gentle strokes, freeing knots gradually before moving higher.
3. Once the ends are free, brush through from roots to ends.
4. Use on dry or damp hair. For very tangled hair after washing, apply a small amount of detangling spray or conditioner first.
5. Clean weekly by rinsing with warm soapy water, then leave bristle-side down to air dry.

From any age once a child has enough hair to brush. The flexible head and soft bristles are gentle enough for toddler hair. For newborns and very young babies with minimal hair, a soft-bristled baby brush is more appropriate.