Pacifier clips can be a helpful tool for keeping the pacifier close at hand and off the floor – cleanliness must be a priority especially for a newborn whose immune system is unstable. It’s helpful, yes, but using pacifier clips also poses hazards to your baby. If you choose to use a pacifier clip, please avoid using a clip with beads or other detachable parts on it – this can cause a choking incident. Similarly, make sure the clips are no longer than 7 inches – anything longer poses a strangulation hazard to your baby.