Can I use a pacifier when I am one month old?

No matter what form the pacifier takes, it will have a series of soothing effects on the baby because the pacifier is designed to imitate the mother's nipple. In the long-term process of feeding the baby, the baby has gradually become dependent on the mother's nipple. When the baby cries incessantly, some parents will use a pacifier to comfort the baby. But if the baby is just one month old, can he use a pacifier?

Can I use a pacifier during the full moon?

You may not use it on your baby yet, and wait until he is a little older before using it.

1. Disadvantages of pacifiers:

1. Form dependence.

2. Cause milk regurgitation in children. When the baby sucks the nipple continuously, air enters the mouth from the corners of the mouth as the baby swallows, and then enters the stomach. When the stomach cannot bear the capacity of milk and air, it will contract;

3. When children suck milk continuously, their gastrointestinal tract will move reflexively. Frequent movements can easily cause intestinal cramps and abdominal pain in babies.

4. Long-term use of pacifiers will affect the development of the baby's upper and lower jaws, and will also cause the baby to form a high palate, leading to malocclusion of the upper and lower teeth and an unsightly lip appearance.

Second, the advantages of pacifiers:

Some babies like to suck their fingers, which can easily cause skin damage and finger deformation, which is very unsightly. If they still have this habit when they are a little older, it may affect the development of their gums. At this time, you can use a pacifier.

Children under 2 years old do not need to give up the habit of sucking on a pacifier, because it can be used to train the baby's sucking and swallowing abilities, especially for low-weight premature babies. It can help improve their oral and gastrointestinal functions while achieving the function of self-soothing.

What are the precautions when using a pacifier?

1. Use a pacifier only after stable breastfeeding is established. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that breastfed babies be given pacifiers after 4-6 weeks of age.

2. Choose products that are one-piece and can be washed. Two-piece nipples can pose a choking hazard if broken. Once you've chosen your favorite pacifier, it's recommended that you have a few more.

3. Respect your baby’s choice. If your baby isn't interested in the pacifier, try again later or forgo it. If the pacifier falls out of your baby's mouth while he or she is sleeping, do not put it back.

4. Don’t put sweeteners on the pacifier.

5. Before the baby is 6 months old, the pacifier should be sterilized frequently with boiling water to prevent him from bacterial infection. His immune function is still developing at this time. After 6 months, the pacifier can be cleaned with detergent and water only. Don't use your mouth to clean the pacifier, as this will only spread bacteria to your baby.

Can a baby use a pacifier when he is just one month old? After reading the above content, we know that it is better not to use a pacifier for a baby who has just turned one month old. The pacifier does have certain advantages, but it also has disadvantages. Therefore, mothers who want to use a pacifier for their baby should weigh the pros and cons and make the most suitable choice.