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When and how to wean your toddler off their pacifier
It's wonderful when a pacifier soothes your fussy baby. But did you ever dream the binky would still be your child's best friend well into the toddler years?
Experts say most children stop using a pacifier on their own.
How to wean baby off pacifier at 6 months
But if you have a toddler with a stubborn binky habit, it can be challenging to address. After all, toddlers are notoriously resistant to change… or doing anything they don't like.
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And while few things are cuter than a baby with a binky, parents of older kiddos might feel judged or self-conscious about their child's pacifier fixation – or nervous about how pacifier use might be affecting their child's teeth and mouth.
Thankfully, with a little patience (and some strategy on your part), it's possible to wean older children off of the pacifier.
Check out the tips below to get started.
When to take away the pacifier
Experts say it's best to stop pacifier use by 2 to 4 years of age – and organizations like the American Academy of Pediatr
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