The pacifier can be a lifesaver in those newborn days 😮‍💨 Babies are born with a strong need to suck it’s soothing, it helps them relax, and it can absolutely support better sleep in the early months. But as your baby grows, that little pacifier can turn into a strong sleep association, and that’s where it’s for you to decide if that works for you or not. And if you’re popping it back in 5 times a night… it might be time to move toward more independent sleep. Here’s how to start 👇 🍼 Keep the

Good Benefits of using a Pacifier Pacifiers satisfy an infant’s innate non-nutritive sucking reflex, which has a calming effect and helps regulate stress and self-soothing.. Clinical studies associate pacifier use during sleep with a reduced risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), possibly by improving airway patency and increasing arousal from sleep. Pacifiers can also aid sleep onset, reduce crying, and provide comfort without unnecessary feeding. Compared to thumb-sucking, pacifier use i