In a message dated 5/17/2002 7:08:08 AM Central Daylight Time, [log in to unmask] writes: > I am making a paper (tear off sheet style) summarizing reasons that a > pacifier is not necessary or desirable. I have a great reference about > pacifier use leading to earlier weaning, and the work of Dr. Palmer. What > are some other reasons to NOT use a dummy? TIA! > > Michelle dePesa > In addition to shortened time of breastfeeding: 1. Nipple confusion 2. Lowered milk supply (sucking at breast less thus lower prolactin levels) 3. Tendency to stretch out feedings and thus a lower weight gain 4. Increased incidence of ear infections http://members.aol.com/tireswing/paci.html More on shortened breastfeeding duration: Righard,L & Alade, M, 1992 Lancet 1993, "Use of Pacifiers and Breastfeeding Duration" 354 moms in study HTH Cheryl Taylor White www.drjaygordon.com *********************************************** The LACTNET mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned LISTSERV(R) list management software together with L-Soft's LSMTP(TM) mailer for lightning fast mail delivery. For more information, go to: http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html