WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. — Purdue University research is transforming the pacifier from a parental necessity for quieting a baby to a cutting-edge medical device that uses sound to diagnose breathing ...

Binky, paci, bam-bam, soothie, total lifesaver…there are lots of different names for pacifiers and even more varieties to choose from in the drugstore aisle. So how do you know which will soothe your ...

It’s a debate that’s been raging for generations: Which is worse, pacifiers or thumb sucking? (Or are they both fine?) That’s why we consulted a couple of pediatricians—Allison Laura Schuessler, D.O., ...

Pacifiers, like diapers and onesies, are a staple on every new parent’s checklist, ready and waiting when baby comes home. We parents rely on pacifiers to help our babies self-soothe and sleep more ...

Many parents feel that pacis, binkies, dummies — or whatever your preferred word for pacifiers happens to be — are something of a lifesaver. Along with helping babies self-soothe, they can also act as ...

As with most things related to newborns, using a pacifier can come with pluses and minuses. If your newborn is taking one (some don’t!), it’s probably their favorite go-to accessory. And while ...

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