It's crucial to know what your baby is sucking on daily. Let's dive into why Soothe Beginnings chooses specific materials for our pacifier nipples and how we ensure their safety and sustainability.

The Choice of Material: Medical-Grade Silicone

Our pacifier nipples are crafted from medical-grade silicone, which is a safe, non-toxic, and durable material. Silicone is known for its softness and flexibility, making it ideal for mimicking the natural feel babies are accustomed to. It’s also latex-free, which is an important factor for us, as latex is a known allergen.

Latex is often marketed as “natural rubber,” but “natural” doesn’t always mean better. Increased exposure to latex has been shown to heighten the risk of developing allergies — and beyond that, natural rubber comes with several additional concerns:

• Breakdown from heat and UV exposure: Natural rubber deteriorates quickly when exposed to sunlight or heat, often not lasting even the typical 4-week replacement period.

• Crumbly texture and choking risk: As latex breaks down, it can crumble or crack, posing a serious choking hazard.

• Higher risk of yeast and bacteria growth: The porous nature of natural rubber allows moisture to collect, making it more prone to harboring yeast and bacteria — which means it’s less sanitary for your baby.

These are risks we’re simply not willing to take. That’s why we choose medical-grade silicone — a cleaner, longer-lasting, and safer alternative.

The Choice of Material: Medical-Grade Silicone

Our pacifier nipples are crafted from medical-grade silicone, which is a safe, non-toxic, and durable material. Silicone is known for its softness and flexibility, which makes it ideal for mimicking the natural feel that babies are accustomed to. It’s also latex-free, which is an important factor for us as latex is a known allergen.  Increased exposure to latex has been shown to heighten the risk of developing allergies, which is why we’ve chosen to avoid it entirely in our pacifiers. 

Rigorous Safety Testing

Safety is our highest priority. While the industry standard requires testing only once per year, at Soothe Beginnings, we test every batch of our silicone nipples. This rigorous testing ensures that each product meets our high safety standards before it reaches your hands. By going beyond the minimum requirements, we aim to provide peace of mind for parents who trust our products with their little ones.

Here are some articles on the topic:

CDC: Latex Allergy And Prevention

Latex Pacifiers

Did You Know? Silicone Is Recyclable

In addition to being safe and soft, silicone has the added benefit of being recyclable. In an effort to reduce our environmental impact, we encourage parents to recycle their used pacifiers with us. Silicone recycling helps to lessen the ecological footprint of our products and supports our commitment to sustainability.

Trust and Transparency in Every Product

By choosing Soothe Beginnings, you’re opting for products that not only safeguard your baby’s health but also contribute to a healthier planet. Our commitment to using food grade, latex-free silicone and conducting frequent safety tests is part of our pledge to maintain transparency and trust with our customers. As parents, you deserve to know what your children are exposed to, and we’re here to provide that information with clarity and honesty.