Throw away dummies that show any sign of wear and tear. This could simply be discolouration or even a rip. • Never use a neck cord with a dummy. • Regularly sterilise or wash your baby's dummies.

To look beyond the marketing and explain the potential benefits and risks of dummies so that you can make the right choice for you and your baby, Tiny Happy People has spoken to health visitor ...

Be consistent and be strong! You'll get there, and your dummy-free baby will be babbling away with you to their heart's content. Dummies are often used to comfort babies. They can help settle ...