In a message dated 5/17/2002 7:08:08 AM Central Daylight Time,
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> 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

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