December 2025
New Baby, New Routine
Introduce pacifier use thoughtfully; keep several identical backups. Make sleep cues (dark room, white noise, story) the main soothers—not just the pacifier. Start “basket time” after the first year—pacifier stays in the basket except for sleep. When your child is ready, use a trade‑in ritual for a special toy. FAQs What if daycare policies differ? …

