Even worse, lots of well-meaning parents get into power struggles when they think it's time for their baby to give up the pacifier. Pick a time when the rest of his life is uneventful-not when he's learning to use the toilet, starting school, or expecting a new sibling. Give him plenty of time to prepare for the big event and let him decide just how he wants to dispose of his pacifiers. Don't put pressure on your child by telling him that using a pacifier is babyish or that it will cause dental problems, as such negative comments can cause him to resist your efforts. Keep your sense of humor and perspective.
All children give up their pacifiers sooner or later.
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