pacifier
noun
pac·i·fi·er
ˈpa-sə-ˌfī(-ə)r 
1
: one that pacifies
2
: a usually nipple-shaped device for babies to suck or bite on
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Don't share items such as toothbrushes, pacifiers, utensils, washcloths, towels, and drinking cups.14
Wash your baby's toys and clothes often.
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Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 3 Oct. 2024
Even the relatively low-stakes worries (What’s the best pacifier?
—Ashley Abramson, SELF, 2 Oct. 2024
This appliance has six different wash modes, including an option for washing baby items like bottles and pacifiers.
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This Air Fryer With a Touchscreen
Add a fresh touch of pink to your space with this air fryer that doesn’t just look good, but delivers performance too.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 20 Sep. 2024
Soothing may involve shushing your child, patting their back, offering a pacifier, or using white noise, says Marisa Rodriguez, newborn care specialists, and founder and CEO of Luxe Baby Custom Newborn Care.
—wendy Wisner, Parents, 17 Sep. 2024
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Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 3 Oct. 2024
Even the relatively low-stakes worries (What’s the best pacifier?
—Ashley Abramson, SELF, 2 Oct. 2024
This appliance has six different wash modes, including an option for washing baby items like bottles and pacifiers.
Find it on Amazon
This Air Fryer With a Touchscreen
Add a fresh touch of pink to your space with this air fryer that doesn’t just look good, but delivers performance too.
—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 20 Sep. 2024
Soothing may involve shushing your child, patting their back, offering a pacifier, or using white noise, says Marisa Rodriguez, newborn care specialists, and founder and CEO of Luxe Baby Custom Newborn Care.
—wendy Wisner, Parents, 17 Sep. 2024
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pacifier
noun
pac·i·fi·er
ˈpas-ə-ˌfī(-ə)r
1
: one that pacifies
2
: a usually nipple-shaped device for babies to suck or bite on
Medical Definition
pacifier
noun
pac·i·fi·er
ˈpas-ə-ˌfī(-ə)r
1
: a usually nipple-shaped device for babies to suck or bite on
2
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