Dummies and Speech Development

Did you know that prolonged use of a dummy can cause potential risks to the development of speech and language?

Many parents use a dummy to help soothe their child. This is understandable as most babies have a strong sucking reflex and often a dummy can help settle a child. Dummies can be an invaluable support to parents and babies in the early months of development.

 

However, did you know that prolonged use of a dummy can cause potential risks to the development of speech and language?

 

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Content

  • Overuse of a dummy can have an impact
  • How can you help your child?
  • Other ideas that parents have tried