Gurleen Kaur Gurleen Kaur Asked 4 months ago

Can infants sleep with a pacifier?

My baby finds a lot of comfort from her pacifier and often falls asleep with it. I'm worried if it's safe for her to keep it in her mouth while sleeping. Can infants sleep with a pacifier?

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Praveen Patil Praveen Patil Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago
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Yes, they can sleep with a pacifier, and it actually helps reduce the risk of SIDS. Just buy a simple, orthodontist-approved one instead of those fancy, expensive branded ones. Make sure you don't use any clips or strings in the crib, as they are a choking hazard.

Manju Sharma Manju Sharma Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

Yes, it is safe for them to sleep with a pacifier. Just like managing thyroid requires keeping an eye on your hormone levels with regular tests, you should keep an eye on their dental development. Talk to your pediatrician during routine checkups to know when to phase it out.

Asha Lata Asha Lata Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Yes, they certainly can sleep with it, and it can be a blessing for soothing a fussy baby. However, if it falls out of their mouth while they are asleep, don't put it back in. Let them sleep without it once they have drifted off.

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Kunal Grover Kunal Grover Joined May 2026 4 months ago

Yes, pacifiers are totally fine for sleep. I track my baby's sleep cycles on my app, and I noticed he settles down much faster with a pacifier. Just make sure it is one single piece of silicone so there is no risk of it breaking apart.

Zoya Khan Zoya Khan Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

I am planning to introduce a pacifier for my newborn's naps, but I'm a bit nervous. Does using a pacifier during sleep cause any issues with breastfeeding or nipple confusion early on?

Gurpreet Kaur Gurpreet Kaur Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Yes, my daughter used to sleep with one all the time. It really helped her stay asleep longer. Just a practical tip: don't tie it to their neck or clothes with a ribbon to keep it from getting lost, as that is extremely dangerous.

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Sateesh Kamat Sateesh Kamat Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

They can, but make sure you inspect the pacifier regularly for tears or cracks. I once ignored a slightly worn-out pacifier and it chipped, which was a huge scare. Please check their baby gear daily and mention any sleep issues to your doctor.

Amit Das Amit Das Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Yes, they can sleep with a pacifier. It's actually quite safe and helps them soothe themselves to sleep.

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