Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is every new parent’s worst fear. It’s the unexplained death of a healthy baby, usually during sleep, and while its exact causes remain unclear, decades of research have identified several ways to reduce the risk. One surprising—and simple—tool that has emerged from this research? The pacifier.
Yes, that little silicone soother can do more than calm cries. Sleeping with a pacifier has been shown to significantly lower the risk of SIDS. Here's what every parent should know.