Saturday, January 14, 2012

Are Dummies, Pacifiers and Soothers Good or Bad for Babies?

Are Dummies, Pacifiers and Soothers Good or Bad for Babies?
Most babies have a strong reflex for sucking. Studies have shown that some babies even suck their fingers and thumbs before they are born and sucking is a natural behaviour for babies. Sucking pacifiers or thumbs has a calming and soothing effect for many babies. This why pacifier use of so common. But are pacifiers really safe for babies, and what are the pros and cons for their use? This article reviews and summarizes the risks and benefits of using pacifiers.

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