Can our "pacifier-dummy-soother"
Stop SIDS from happening ?
Well the answer is YES. Resounding amounts of tests and studies have proven that a baby using a Pacifier will have less chance of dying from SIDS.
Our pacifier can even help this further by unblocking nostrils so a baby or toddler can breathe correctly.
Prototype working
So far we we have made many 3D printed prototypes. We are seeking funding and help to make a mold to produce these urgently needed pacifiers/dummies/soothers.
Here are links, which show recent press. About SIDS increasing and how our dummy could prevent SIDS.
https://www.sciencetimes.com/articles/24246/20191112/babies.htm
Our pacifier can clear babies noses. The most common reason for a baby to cry is a blocked nose. Helping to prevent brain damage.
With neuroscience and the advancement of medicine, it has been confirmed that by doing the "cry it out" method, the babies get distressed, and it can harm their relational capacities in the long term. When infants are stressed, their bodies release cortisol, which is a toxic hormone that kills brain cells. Considering that a baby's brain is only 25% developed when they are born, killing off baby brain cells has dangerous repercussions.
https://news.sky.com/story/infant-mortality-rates-on-the-rise-in-england-with-ethnicity-and-geography-significant-factors-13193405
This shows the death rates are increasing. UK and world wide, even with lower birth rates.
Sucking Dummies/pacifier Stops SIDS
But a baby can not suck a pacifier/dummy if you have even a partially blocked nose.
Our pacifier/dummy can unblock the baby's nose allowing sleep (for all concerned)
According to multiple studies, sucking a dummy (pacifier) is associated with a reduced risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). This relationship has been observed consistently across various research findings.
Theories behind the association
Several theories have been proposed to explain how dummy use might reduce the risk of SIDS:
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Preventing face-down sleeping: Dummies may prevent babies from rolling onto their stomachs, which can increase the risk of SIDS.
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Keeping tongues forward: Sucking on a dummy may keep babies’ tongues forward, reducing the likelihood of airway obstruction.
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Other factors: Some studies suggest that dummy use might influence other factors that contribute to SIDS risk, although the exact mechanisms are still unclear.
Evidence from studies
Numerous studies have investigated the relationship between dummy use and SIDS risk. Some notable findings include:
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A 2006 study found that dummy use was associated with a reduced risk of SIDS (Mitchell et al., 2006).
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A 2014 review of 15 studies concluded that dummy use was linked to a lower risk of SIDS, although the authors noted that the evidence was not yet conclusive (Horne et al., 2014).
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A 2019 study found mixed results, with some associations between dummy use and reduced SIDS risk, but also noted the complexity of the issue (Blair et al., 2019).
Conclusion
While the exact mechanisms behind the association are still unclear, the majority of studies suggest that sucking a dummy is associated with a reduced risk of SIDS. Parents who choose to use dummies as a sleep aid may find this information reassuring, but it’s essential to note that dummy use should be part of a comprehensive approach to reducing SIDS risk, including breastfeeding, proper sleep environment, and avoiding bed-sharing.
https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20221024-the-search-for-what-causes-sids
Harrington rose the next morning feeling refreshed. But when she went into the twins' room, she encountered a parent's worst nightmare: Damien had died during the night.
For a parent, there are few scenarios more horrifying. And, despite 30 years of public health efforts, it is still one that becomes reality for tens of thousands of families around the world every year.