SIDS and Pacifiers
Some research suggests that using a pacifier may reduce the risk of SIDS.
- If breastfeeding, do not begin to give a pacifier until your baby is one month old to ensure breastfeeding is well-established.
- Don’t worry if the pacifier falls out while your baby is asleep, and don’t force your baby to take a pacifier if he or she doesn’t want it.
- Never coat the pacifier in anything sweet.
- Never add a string or ribbon to the pacifier
- Make sure you practice all methods of SIDS risk reduction
- For more information on pacifier use and safety please visit
http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/cps-spc/child-enfant/equip/pacif-suce/index_e.html
Pacifier Research
Used with permission
http://www.sidscenter.org/Pacifiers.pdf
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