Do you wonder about how pacifier use impacts breastfeeding or chestfeeding? Have you heard conflicting advice about pacifier use as it relates to bodyfeeding? Today, The Milk Making Minutes host IBCLC Lo Nigrosh discusses the nuances of pacifier use so that you can feel confident about making the decision that is right for your family.
On this episode you will hear:

• Why pacifiers are controversial
• Why babies need to suck constantly
• When pacifiers are useful
• When to suspend pacifier use
• When pacifier use might be harming milk supply

You can hear The Milk Making Minutes Episode 30 What to Do About Thrush on any podcasting app. You can find the Milkology Blog about Pacifiers here.

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