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Pacifiers & Teethers: Materials

Space-cartoon illustration of B the bee for Pacifiers & Teethers: Materials

B’s first teether was a dewdrop. Yours: natural rubber or medical-grade silicone.

PANEL 1
B bites a dewdrop.
“Squishy science.”
PANEL 2
A painted teether flakes.
“Paint is not food.”
PANEL 3
B clips a pacifier with a short clip.
“Safe orbit.”

Step by step

  1. Choose one-piece pacifiers (fewer crevices for mold).
  2. Natural rubber is soft; medical-grade silicone is durable and latex-free.
  3. Avoid soft PVC and painted toys.
  4. Inspect and replace at any tear or stickiness.
  5. Never tie a pacifier around the neck; use a short clip.
Study glowCPSC regulates pacifier construction (16 CFR 1511) to reduce choking hazards.

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We look for GOTS, OEKO-TEX, GREENGUARD Gold, MADE SAFE or NSF certifications. Claims like “PFAS-free” are brand-marketed; verify on each listing. Educational only, not medical advice.

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