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I’ve decided I want to use a dummy. What else do I need to know?If you’ve decided to offer your baby has a dummy, here are a few tips: The Red Nose charity, which aims to prevent sudden infant death, says there is some evidence that dummies may reduce sudden infant death if used consistently and once breastfeeding is established (if the baby is breastfed). It has some useful dummy usage tipsincluding when to start (and stop) using a dummy.
I've decided I do want to use a dummy. What else do I need to know?If you’ve decided to give your baby a dummy, here are a few tips:Dummy use itself may not cause breastfeeding problems. But if you’re already struggling with breastfeeding, you may find that you rely more on a dummy (Sexton and Natale 2009). What are the advantages of using a dummy?A dummy may soothe your baby or help him settle to sleep (Joyner et al 2016, Lubbe and ten Ham-Baloyi 2017). Recognised as Australia’s no.1 natural latex cherry soother, this soother is our most natural soother featuring a 100% natural latex baglet. Latex is a super soft and flexible material which mimics the natural feel of a mum’s breast meaning there’s less chance of confusion when your baby is switching between breast and soother. Proffit WR. On the aetiology of malocclusion. The Northcroft lecture, 1985 presented to the British Society for the Study of Orthodontics, Oxford, April 18, 1985. Br J Orthod. 1986; 13(1):1–11. OHF. nd. Dental care for mother and baby. Oral Health Foundation. www.dentalhealth.org [Accessed February 2019] Don't store dummies in direct sunlight as it can cause the rubber, latex or silicone to deteriorate.
It can be necessary to try out different shapes and sizes to find the perfect fit for your child. Some babies prefer a certain nipple shape, size, or material while others do not have any preferences and will take whatever shape, size, and material you offer. If your baby tends to use a dummy all day, it will be harder for him to try to talk to you or make sounds. Being able to do this is important for his speech development, so it’s a good idea to limit using a dummy to when he’s trying to get to sleep, during the day and at night (NHS 2017). Will using a dummy help prevent SIDS?Some studies have suggested that using a dummy may help prevent sudden infant death syndrome ( SIDS), or Sudden Unexplained Death in Infancy (SUDI) (NHS 2018, Psaila et al 2017, Red Nose 2017a, The Lullaby Trust 2016). If you choose to use a dummy for this reason, make sure you only give it to your baby for naps and night-time sleep, and don’t worry if it falls out will while your baby is asleep (Red Nose 2017a, The Lullaby Trust 2016). Sexton S, Natale R. 2009. Risks and benefits of pacifiers. Am Fam Physician 79(8):681-5 [Accessed May 2018] We try to give you as much information as possible to help you with your decisions. Here’s a little more info about BIBS dummies!Our waterproof travel bags are brilliant for storing your BIBS Dummies and dummy chains and anything else you want to put in it for when your out and about. The Minbie dummy soothing motion assists to strengthen your little one's feeding reflex against reflux and supports their ability to breastfeed." - Julia Wilson Co Founder Minbie The modern shield design is both trendy and practical. Perfect for baby’s delicate skin, the curved shield sits comfortably between baby’s nose and chin and the air holes allow increased air flow and prevent a build-up of moisture to prevent skin irritation. The modern, trendy colours are sure to complement any outfit. NHS. 2016. Soothing a crying baby. NHS Choices, Health A-Z. www.nhs.uk Opens a new window [Accessed May 2018]
Keep the dummy as clean as possible. Sterilise it as you would any other bottle-feeding teat (NHS 2016). Silicone dummies (Sexton and Natale 2009), or dummies that are all one piece, may be easier to keep free of bugs.Use an orthodontic or flat dummy (OHF nd). There's some evidence that it may be better for your baby’s developing mouth than a cherry dummy (Sexton and Natale 2009). We've tested to find you the best. Read baby monitors review Things to consider when buying dummies Ventilation holes Red Nose. 2017a. Using a dummy or pacifier: information statement. Red Nose, National Scientific Advisory Group. Melbourne: Red Nose. rednose.com.au [Accessed February 2019]
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