Why Change Soother Size?

Age Appropriate
Pacifiers come in two main sizes, based on your baby's age. After your baby turns 6 months old, replace all of your babies pacifiers with ones sized for babies 6 months and older. ... If you use a pacifier that is too small for your baby, he may choke on it.

How do you know if a pacifier is too small?

"If you see any rips that could result in pieces breaking off, replace it immediately." The other big sign that it's time to ditch the binkie is that it's too small. "New parents may not be aware that pacifiers have age limits due to the size of your baby's mouth," Sickler says.

Does the shape of a pacifier matter?

The shape of your baby's pacifier may seem like a small detail, but it can have an effect on your child's comfort and oral development. Some babies simply reject pacifiers based on their shape while others find enormous comfort in holding on to their favorite paci.

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