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SOOTHERS, PACIFIERS & THUMB-SUCKING

Normal, Natural Reflex

Relaxes, Comforts &  Feeds Them

Usually Decreases After Age 3

Prolonged, Vigorous Sucking After Age 5 Can Cause Damage

If Stops Before Permanent Teeth, Then Long Term Effects Minimal

Orthodontic Correct Soothers & Pacifiers

 

An "Orthodontic Correct Soother" is better than a Thumb or Fingers

 

Using a Baby Bottle as a Soother could lead to "Baby Bottle Syndrome"

 

Do not put Honey on a Soother

 

Teething is best handled through the use of "Gum Numbing Products" and "Cold Teething Toys"

 

 
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