The soother is a baby utensil, which is offered to the child in order to satisfy the need to suck the mother's breast. The soother stimulates the sucking reflex in the newborn, making the baby feel calmer and more relaxed .
When they get tired of sucking, babies simply spit out the pacifier and the chain prevents the pacifier from falling on the floor and getting dirty.
When can I use them?
You can use a pacifier for your baby from birth. This will make them feel calmer and more relaxed and allow you to put them to sleep more easily. Remember to choose the soother that best suits their needs and only offer it when they ask for it.
How do soothers work?
Soothers work by satisfying babies ' need to suck on their mother's nipple for nourishment and to feel in contact with her. For your child to receive it correctly, you should place the soother in the side of his mouth and wait for him to latch on and start sucking . Hold it for a while so that it doesn't accidentally slip out of your baby's mouth.
Who can use soothers and baby chains?
Any baby can use a soother. It is recommended to gradually reduce their use from the age of 18 months onwards, so that from the age of 3 years onwards they are no longer used.
When and how should I use them?
To correctly offer a soother to your child, you must first make sure that the bond with the mother has been established by breastfeeding. You should choose a soother that is the right size and give it to your baby between feedings, always making sure he or she is not hungry.
Change them when they are worn out and sterilise them constantly for the first three months. Remember to take off the chain at bedtime so that it doesn't get wrapped around your baby's neck.
Do I need any kind of examination or test to use them?
Youdo not need any tests to give your baby a soother and buy a chain.
Side effects
The main side effect of wearing a baby soother is the difficulty of sleeping without it as the child gets older. Also, if the soother is not properly sterilised, it can cause oral infections.
