Materials
• Shield: Food-grade PP
• Nipple: Natural rubber latex
Sizing
• It is recommended to start with a size based on your baby's age, but ultimately it’s up to them to determine the best fit. As your baby grows, consider transitioning to larger sizes for comfort and safety.
Size 1 : 0+ Months
Size 2 : 6+ Months
Size 3 : 18+ Months
Before first use
• Gently pull the nipple in all directions and carefully inspect it for any signs of weakness or damage
• Always sterilize new pacifiers after removing them from the packaging
Replacement
• Check your baby's pacifiers regularly, replacing them every 4-6 weeks or at the first sign of damage or weakness.
• An enlarged or sticky nipple means that it is ready to be replaced
Cleaning
• Sterilize natural rubber latex nipples regularly by scalding
Natural rubber latex is, in contrast to silicone nipples, a natural material and is affected by sunlight, high temperatures, and moisture, which accelerates the aging process of the latex material.
Natural rubber latex pacifier nipples should be replaced every 4-6 weeks for optimal safety and hygiene.
Keep an eye out for any changes expressed in swelling, discoloration, stickiness, and loss of stability of the nipple.
If you experience an enlarged pacifier nipple, it likewise indicates that the nipple has been in use for too long and must be replaced immediately.
Pull Test
To check the pacifier, pull the nipple in all directions, inspect it carefully before use and replace the pacifier at the first sign of damage or weakness.
Pull Test and Visual Examination
Stretch the nipple in all directions
Look for:
● Changes in the surface
● Changes in size
● Change in shape
● Rupture in the material
● Becomes brittle or sticky
● Enlarged nipple
No expiry date?
Here’s why, pacifiers are exposed to everyday use. Daily wear and tear, sunlight and heat exposure can all affect the integrity of the materials, sometimes even before a printed expiry date might suggest. That’s why in BIBS we include a traceable batch number on our packaging— but no expiry date. Instead, we recommend doing a quick pull test and visual check before each use.
And when the time comes, use these tips to start weaning your baby
1. Choose the Right Moment
Avoid big transitions like a move, being potty trained or the arrival of a new sibling. Pick a calm time in your child’s life.
2. Take It Step by Step
Start by removing the pacifier during the day from 12 months of age. Gradually reduce use until it’s only at bedtime, then remove it altogether.
3. Offer Comfort & Make it Special
Replace the pacifier with comforting alternatives, like a favorite stuffed animal or extra cuddle time when your child needs soothing. Around 2 to 3 years of age, explain why it’s time to stop using the pacifier and create a goodbye ritual to mark the milestone. Don’t
forget to praise their efforts along the way.
