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The Truth About Pacifier Safety

Safety should be the convenient choice.

FROM LINDSAY, FOUNDER OF SOOTHE BEGINNINGS:

What I discovered as a new mom changed me.

When I became a mom, I did what most of us do—I assumed if a pacifier was sold in stores, it had to be safe.


But after more than a few rejected pacifiers and a long night of research, I found SaferProducts.gov, a government database where parents report actual safety incidents.

What I saw stunned me:

🟣 Pacifiers trapping tiny fingers—causing pain, swelling, and ER visits
🟣 Hidden mold and bacteria from moisture build-up inside sealed designs
🟣 Latex pacifiers breaking down from heat and UV exposure, posing allergy and choking risks
🟣 Clips and stuffed attachments linked to suffocation and sharp edge hazards


These weren’t one-off problems. They were recurring, and many of those pacifiers are still being sold today.


That’s when I stopped shopping and started designing.

Safety should be the convenient choice.

Introducing Soothe Beginnings:

No Finger Entrapment – A shield design that puts safety first
No Hidden Moisture – Clean inside and out with ease
Latex-Free & PFAS Tested – Non-toxic materials you can trust
No Unsafe Attachments – We never sell pacifier clips


Want to learn more about pacifier safety and see the sources cited?


The Soothe Beginnings Safety Standard

Where Most Brands Check the Box, We Raise the Bar

Many pacifier companies only test their products once a year—if at all. At Soothe Beginnings, we test every single batch. Because safety isn’t just a feature—it’s the foundation.

Our Promise to You:

  • Every Batch Tested for Safety (not just annually)
  • PFAS-tested, plastic-free, latex-free materials
  • ✅ Made and tested in the USA
  • Voluntary safety tests beyond CPSC requirements
  • Child Product Certificate always available—View it here

 Want to see your batch’s specific test results? Email us at connect@soothebeginnings.com and we’ll send your certificate.


What Safe Pacifier Use Looks Like

Even the safest pacifier needs a little care—which is why we made it effortless to use, clean, and maintain.

  1. Check for Wear with Every Use – Especially once teeth come in. Look for damage or wear before each use.
  2. Replace Regularly – Our optional subscription keeps fresh, safe nipples delivered on time—no reminders needed.
  3. Avoid Unsafe Trends – No cutting, freezing, or clips. These popular “hacks” often create serious risks.
  4. Clean with Confidence – Dishwasher-safe, boil-safe, and steam-sterilizer-friendly. However you clean, you’re covered.

One less thing to worry about. One more thing you can trust.

One Kit. One Smart Choice.

No more guesswork.

No more trial and error.

The Soothe Beginnings Pacifier Starter Kit is designed to meet your baby’s needs and give you peace of mind—all in one.


🎁 Includes 3 expert-backed shapes: Nursing, Standard, Orthodontic

♻️ Eco-conscious, plastic-free, and tested beyond industry requirements

Still deciding?

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