One topic that is often debated among parents is the use of baby pacifiers, or pacifiers. Some experts put forward the advantages of sucking a pacifier, but there are also some who reveal the disadvantages.
To make a baby feel comfortable, sometimes it is not enough to carry or hold her. Some babies need something to put into their mouths, even when they don't feel hungry. That is why many pacifiers or pacifiers are the choice of parents.
Benefits of Using a Baby Pacifier
Here are some of the benefits that can be obtained from a baby pacifier:
- Reducing the risk of sudden infant death due to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). But this fact still needs to be investigated more deeply.
- Help the baby to be able to sleep more easily. In addition, pacifiers can also calm a fussy baby.
- Can be used as a distraction. For example, when babies have to undergo certain procedures, such as immunizations and blood tests.
- Reduces discomfort when traveling by plane. If an adult can yawn or eat snacks to ease pain in the ear due to changes in air pressure, then the baby can use baby pacifiers.
- Breaking the habit of using baby pacifiers is easier, than the habit of sucking fingers.
Risks of Using a Baby Pacifier
Although it has several benefits, there are also possible risks from using baby pacifiers, such as:
- Suspected of triggering ear disorders. A study revealed, babies who use baby pacifiers are more likely to have an ear infection. We recommend that you limit the use of baby pacifiers until the age of 6 months.
- Suspected of causing dental problems. Dental problems associated with pacifiers before a two-year-old child can be resolved by themselves in about 6 months after no longer using a pacifier. If the use of baby pacifiers continues until the age of the child is more than 2 years, it may cause permanent dental problems.
- Using baby pacifiers can be a habit that can be hard to break. Of course this can be a problem later on.
Tips for Using Baby Pacifiers
If you decide to give your baby pacifiers to your baby, consider the following:
- Introducing baby pacifiers should not be too early, which is when your little one is 1 month old. If the baby is breastfed, it is better to wait until he is mastered how to breastfeed properly before using baby pacifiers.
- Make sure babies use pacifiers that are age-appropriate.
- Choose baby pacifiers that have holes in the edges to keep air in and out.
- Do not use a baby pacifier with a rope or chain around its neck, as this will pose a risk of suffocation.
- Make sure you choose baby pacifiers that are free of bishpenol-A (BPA) ingredients that have health risks.
- Keep your baby's pacifiers clean by washing them with warm water and soap regularly.
- Don't share pacifiers with other children.
- Also avoid the habit of giving sweeteners to teats because they can damage teeth.
- It is recommended not to give a pacifier to babies who have difficulty gaining weight.
No less important, do not make baby pacifiers as an initial effort to calm the baby. Parents can first try to change the position of the baby or pet him. Remember not to give baby pacifiers close to breastfeeding. To avoid dependence on pacifiers, try to release the baby's pacifiers before Little One is 1 year old.
The decision to use baby pacifiers must especially pay attention to the baby's needs. Consider the possible advantages and disadvantages. If necessary, consult with a pediatrician first.
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