Dummies & Soothers

Benefits of Using Baby Soothers and Dummies

It might be hard to believe for some, but pacifiers are as important for your baby as wipes (we sell those, too). For those who fear that the baby might get addicted to it or form a habit, rest assured Healthline finds that newborn dummies are less habit-forming than natural dummies (thumb). 

Here are some quick benefits of using baby dummies;

• Pacifiers help babies fall asleep quickly and stay asleep. 
• If they wake up in the middle of the night, having a pacifier in their mouth soothes them back to sleep. 
• It helps babies stay content for a longer time between feedings. 
• Baby soothers can help distract them during general fussiness and protect them from anxiety when getting vaccination injections. 
• Most importantly, it helps ease their anxiety while travelling or in flight. Babies with pacifiers on planes can help relieve ear pain as the air pressure changes. 

While using pacifiers is recommended, there's an age limit. Only use dummies for newborns until they are one year old. After that, as orthodontic development progresses, using pacifiers can cause dental problems and crooked teeth and increase the risk of infection. 

Buy your baby’s first soother from a large collection of pacifiers with Discount Chemist. 

How to Choose Dummies for Newborns?

It’s natural for parents to take all the precautions they can when choosing a product for their babies. Choosing the right product is even more important when babies will put something in their mouths. 

Consider the following when choosing newborn dummies;

• Material: The material you choose is crucial for your baby’s comfort and safety. Buying a BPA-free soother is essential, no doubt about that. However, if you buy a silicone-based pacifier, know that it’s durable, odourless, and easy to clean. Moreover, silicone retains its shape well, which makes it ideal for teething babies.
  Another common material found in the market is latex, which is softer and more flexible than silicone. Since latex mimics the natural feel, it can feel more native. However, latex pacifiers wear out faster and are not suitable for babies with allergies to latex.

• Shape and Design: Among the wide variety of newborn dummies available with us, you will find shapes that support natural oral development, such as orthodontic soothers. While others mimic the shape of a mother’s nipple, which is ideal when you want your baby to transition from breastfeeding to milk bottles.
  
  
• Age-Appropriate Soothers: Another buying factor for soothers is their age. Baby dummies for infants 0 to 6 months are smaller and have a lightweight design that also supports sensitive gums. Then you can also buy soothers for infants between 6 to 18 months. These dummies have a relatively firm material to accommodate teething. 

In addition to these, here are some general aspects you must follow when buying soothers;

• Silicone-based pacifiers last longer as the material is more durable and can withstand chewing. 
• Ensure the baby soothers have ventilation holes that prevent skin irritation and allow for air to circulate around the baby’s mouth. 
• Always buy pacifiers with larger shields as they prevent the soother from being swallowed. 
• Go for sterilization-friendly soothers which you can boil or sterilise in steam. 

Variety of Soothers Available at Discount Chemist

At Discount Chemist, you can buy cheap baby bottles of the highest quality and durability. We have rubber (latex) dummies for babies, silicone-based pacifiers, and even orthodontic dummies; we have a wide variety of baby soothers. 

All the products you will find in our product catalogue are tested and verified for safety, and we will start selling them for as low as $5.45 at a discounted price. In addition to simple and minimalistic ones, we also have uniquely designed and character-based dummies for when you want to add some style to your little one's personality. 

Most of the soothers in our product range come in a pack of two, which means you will be getting two pacifiers at the cost mentioned on the website. Isn’t that a great deal?

FAQs

• What’s the right time to give a dummy to my baby?

There’s no exact time, but experts say you can give a pacifier until the newborn and mother are comfortable breastfeeding. It can take up to four weeks for this routine to be established. 

• How often shall I replace the pacifier?

Replace them every 4 to 6 weeks. We understand that it can get costly in the long run, which prompts some parents to look for cheap dummies. However, with Discount Chemist, you won’t have to compromise with your baby’s safety and health. So, instead of letting your baby form a habit of sucking natural dummies (thumb), buy a new one at a discounted price.