In this episode of Mind Your Mouth, host Karen Galway, a speech therapist and infant feeding therapist, dives into the complex world of pacifiers. She outlines the differences between pacifier types and their impacts on oral development, sucking skills, and future speech and feeding milestones. Karen explores why not all pacifiers are created equal and emphasizes the importance of selecting the right pacifier for optimal oral health. She also discusses the timing and process for weaning babies off pacifiers and shares insights from professionals and her own experiences. Tune in to learn which pacifiers support your child's development best and the critical rule that pacifiers should 'pacify, not occupy.'
00:00 Introduction to Mind Your Mouth Podcast
00:52 The World of Pacifiers
04:06 Understanding Oral Development
08:36 The Right Pacifier for Your Baby
12:51 Recommended Pacifiers and Tips
16:50 Conclusion and Contact Information
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