Pacifiers Examined

Article discusses pros, cons of pacifier use. WebMD (4/16, Fries) reported that it "went to pediatricians, parents, therapists, and dentists to get the pros and cons of baby pacifiers." Some of the reasons to use a pacifier include "protection against SIDS, helping babies pacify themselves," and "easier weaning." Some of the reasons against using a pacifier include mistakenly assuming a child needs to be pacified when it "really needs nutrition-based sucking, such as a breast or bottle," and an increased risk for ear infections. The article also included ten tips for pacifier use and pacifier weaning.