Video shared on social media of a baby reacting to his new glasses has sparked worldwide attention and received more than 100 million views on TikTok and Instagram.  

The baby’s mom, Stephanie Mazzone-Meyer, posted the video of 1-year-old Liam Frederick trying on his new glasses — and it was clear he liked what he was seeing. (See the video at the top of this article.)

Mazzone-Meyer spoke exclusively to Fox News Digital about the experience. 

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She said she and her husband were on a road trip from their home in New York to Wisconsin at the time the video started getting picked up.  

“It slowly started gaining traction on my personal Instagram, so on that trip we decided to upload the video to TikTok,” she said. 

“I fell asleep during that 16-hour car ride and woke up to hundreds of thousands of views and just hours later we broke 1 million and eventually 75 million,” she said. 

So far, the video has been shared by newscasts in a number of countries, including in Italy, Chile, Spain and the Netherlands.  

“This is the best video I have ever seen.”

Mazzone-Meyer said the comments she’s received have been heartwarming, with some people commenting, “This is the best video I have ever seen.”

Another person commented, “I was having a terrible week, and then I saw the video of your son and it turned my whole day around” — while another said, “I am ugly crying at work!”

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Said the mom, “My video has also helped other parents focus on the eye health of their babies and prioritize an optometrist appointment if they notice something may be off visually or if they notice a cross-eye.”

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She added, “My hope is that Liam can bring joy to others — that same joy that he brings to us every day. He’s been through so much during his short time earth-side and he still manages to give a big smile when you look at him.”

Wearing his new glasses, Baby Liam is shown sitting on a chair with a doll as he spends some time with family in Wisconsin. (Stephanie Mazzone-Meyer)

She also said, “He radiates goodness. I think the comments we receive daily confirm this.”

“He’s a completely different baby.”

Mazzone-Meyer said that since Liam had abnormal scans in utero and was born early, his pediatrician and care team recommended a slew of tests following his three-week NICU stay; one of those was an optometrist appointment. 

At the first appointment, the baby’s eyes appeared slightly farsighted, which was no cause for concern. 

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His physician decided on a follow-up appointment months later — and at that time, it was determined that he needed glasses right away.

Mazzone-Meyer said Liam has always been a smiley baby.

Baby Liam is shown on his first day of wearing his new glasses. Finally, said his mom, “He can see us and the world.” (Stephanie Mazzone-Meyer)

Since her baby got his new spectacles, she noticed he is smiling more (if that’s even possible), grabbing more and playing more.

“He’s a completely different baby with his new specs,” Mazzone-Meyer said. 

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“It makes me sad he had this unknown issue — but now [we’re] so happy that we caught it, and he can see us and the world.”

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Mazzone-Meyer added, “I think it’s no secret people are going through hard times across America and the world. Liam’s video brings joy, happiness and positivity to people’s day-to-day lives.”

“It makes me sad he had this unknown issue — but now [we’re] so happy that we caught it, and he can see us and the world,” the baby’s mom said. (Stephanie Mazzone-Meyer)

She said, “Just watching his video can make the coldest hearts melt.”

It may seem logical to keep your oral care products in the bathroom – but some experts say you might want to think twice about where to place your toothbrush.

Dr. Ellie Phillips, DDS, an oral health educator based in Austin, Texas, shared the gross reason she’d never recommend keeping your toothbrush near a toilet, especially in a small bathroom.

“The bacteria from the toilet will land on your toothbrush,” she warned. “And your toothbrush picks up all the bacteria in your mouth in a single use.”

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“You could actually brush your teeth with a brand-new toothbrush, clip off the end and send it to the lab, and they would give you the full profile of your mouth,” Phillips added.

In a toothbrush with dense bristles, bacteria can “go down and multiply” and then “become anaerobic,” which means it could become a more aggressive form, according to Phillips.

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“Toilet bacteria, or the air from bathrooms, can interact with this and create a worse scenario,” she said. “So, you will share the bacteria of people who you live in close community with.”

Bacteria in the bathroom air can interact with your toothbrush, according to the dental expert. (iStock)

This exposure to bacteria can aid in the development of dental diseases that could take a “long time to form,” Phillips cautioned.

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If keeping your toothbrush away from the toilet is not an option, Phillips recommends brushing your teeth in the kitchen sink instead.

The best way to clean a toothbrush is to allow it to dry fully, which will kill bacteria, the expert advised.

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She also recommends using a toothbrush that isn’t too soft, with “lots of bristles at different lengths” that can dry itself and clean the mouth effectively.

The expert recommended using a medium-bristled toothbrush with “lots of bristles at different lengths.” (iStock)

“You don’t need $350 worth of a toothbrush, but many toothbrushes are not effective. They’re too soft. They get infected easily, and you need to dry them,” she said.

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“Look after yourself,” Phillips went on. “If your mouth is healthy with healthy bacteria and a healthy biofilm, it’s almost like a bulletproof internal skin over your teeth, gums and mouth that rejects intruder bacteria.”

Americans eat an average of 3,000 to 4,500 calories at Thanksgiving meals, according to estimates by the Calorie Control Council — and much of that comes from foods that are richer and heavier than people might typically eat.

For many, that can lead to digestive challenges in the hours and days following Thanksgiving — with constipation topping the list.

Even outside the holiday, the condition affects 42 million Americans each day, according to Dr. Daryl Gioffre, gut health specialist, celebrity nutritionist and founder of Alkamind in New York.

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“In fact, the average person has 5 to 15 pounds of impacted fecal matter inside their gut,” he said in a video shared with Fox News Digital.

If things aren’t moving like they should, it may be tempting to reach for the laxatives — but Gioffre cautions against that approach.

“When used long-term, laxatives can cause significant harm to your digestive system and overall health,” he told Fox News Digital.  

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“They work by forcing water from your organs into the colon to soften stools, which massively dehydrates your body and leaves vital organs like your kidneys and brain underhydrated.”

Over time, this can lead to dependency, weakening the muscles in the intestines and making it harder for your body to have natural bowel movements, Gioffre said. 

“Laxatives can also disrupt your gut microbiome, cause nutrient deficiencies and trigger dangerous electrolyte imbalances,” he added.

“The average person has 5 to 15 pounds of impacted fecal matter inside their gut,” a doctor told Fox News Digital. (iStock)

The doctor shared with Fox News Digital his top natural tips for getting digestion back on track.

“Add these things on a daily basis, and I promise this will help you gently get the bad stuff out and move you into a much healthier, stronger gut state,” he said.

1. Increase fiber intake

Fiber is critical to digestive health, according to Gioffre.

“When we have more fiber-rich foods, it’s like brushing the inner walls of our intestines — and that’s going to help us remove the constipation and get to where we want to go,” the doctor said.

Constipation affects 42 million Americans each day.

Some of his suggested fiber-rich foods are quinoa, wild rice, sweet potatoes, root vegetables, and squashes like winter squash and spaghetti squash.

“Add fermented foods like kimchi and sauerkraut for probiotics and enzymes that optimize digestion,” the doctor added.

When planning fiber intake, Gioffre’s guidance is to add half a cup per meal, not to exceed one full cup per day. 

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The doctor also recommends what he calls an “internal shower shot,” which is a mixture of 6 ounces of water, 2 tablespoons of chia seeds, the juice from one lemon slice and a pinch of sea salt. 

“When you drink this on an empty stomach, it’s going to go into all the little nooks and crannies of your gut … and it’s going to help you start to detoxify and gently give you that ‘internal shower’ effect.”

2. Reduce inflammation

“At the end of the day, we don’t die of old age — we die of inflammation,” Gioffre cautioned. 

The doctor compared the gut to a “big, hollow tube.”

“When it’s open, you’re good. When you’re inflamed, not so good.”

Suggestions for fiber-rich foods include quinoa, wild rice, sweet potatoes, root vegetables, and squashes like winter squash and spaghetti squash. (iStock)

Some plant-based foods that lower inflammation include chia seeds, flax seeds, hemp seeds, avocado and coconut oil.

“These are packed with omega-3s and medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), which reduce inflammation, support gut lining repair and lubricate the digestive tract to ease constipation,” Gioffre said. 

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For those who eat animal products, the doctor recommends wild-caught salmon, mackerel, trout, anchovies and sardines. 

He also offers a recipe for detox tea on the Alkamind website, which includes turmeric, ginger, pepper, lemon and his “Acid-Kicking Greens.” 

3. Add magnesium-rich foods

Magnesium is a nutrient that is commonly used to relieve constipation.

“It’s the fourth most abundant mineral in the body, but the biggest single deficiency in the American population,” Gioffre said.

“Magnesium is a game-changer for digestion, brain health and beating constipation, yet the standard American diet is severely lacking it,” Gioffre said. 

The doctor recommends consuming magnesium-rich foods, including leafy greens like spinach, kale and chard, as well as green juice, green smoothies and green soups.

“These magnesium-rich powerhouses relax your intestinal muscles, soften stools and keep things moving, all while feeding your healthy gut bacteria,” Gioffre told Fox News Digital.  

“Water is essential for softening stools and promoting regularity, yet 90% of us are chronically dehydrated.”

A high-quality magnesium supplement can also combat this deficiency and give the body the support it needs, he added.

“You can also do an Epsom salts bath, which is magnesium sulfate,” he added, or apply magnesium lotion to the skin.

4. Stay hydrated

Hydration is “absolutely critical” for relieving constipation and promoting healthy digestion, the doctor told Fox News Digital. 

Hydration is “absolutely critical” for relieving constipation and promoting healthy digestion, a doctor told Fox News Digital.  (iStock)

“My mantra is solution by dilution first — water is essential for softening stools and promoting regularity, yet 90% of us are chronically dehydrated,” he said.

“Think of your body like a wilting plant — when it lacks water, it struggles and dies, but when properly hydrated, it thrives.”

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Instead of turning to medications and laxatives for constipation, he recommends drinking more water. 

“Aim for at least half your body weight in ounces of water each day to keep your digestive system functioning smoothly,” he advised.

5. Keep moving

Movement is also key to promoting digestive health, Gioffre said. 

“Physical activity increases blood flow to your digestive organs and stimulates bowel motility,” he told Fox News Digital. 

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One of his favorite, cost-effective exercises for relieving constipation is using a rebounder (mini trampoline). 

Movement is also key to promoting digestive health, Gioffre said. “Physical activity increases blood flow to your digestive organs and stimulates bowel motility,” an exprert told Fox News Digital.  (iStock)

“This gentle, low-impact exercise not only improves circulation, but also stimulates the digestive tract, helping to get things moving naturally,” he said.

“Combining proper hydration with regular movement creates a powerful, drug-free strategy to support digestive health and prevent constipation.”

When to see a doctor

If you suffer from persistent constipation that lasts for more than three weeks — even after making lifestyle changes like improving diet, increasing hydration and exercise — it’s recommended to see a doctor. 

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Gioffre added, “You should also seek medical attention if you experience severe pain, blood in your stool or unexplained weight loss, or if constipation alternates with diarrhea, as these could indicate more serious underlying conditions requiring further evaluation.”