Listener Questions: Comforters

Comforters are an essential part of a sleep routine. We all have things we do before sleep that set us on the path to the land of nod, we know some of them are useful and some of them are not so much.

In this episode we'll explore what a comforter is and answer some of your most common questions including:

1 - Is a swaddle is comforter?
2 - How do I transition my baby out of a swaddle.
3 - How can I introduce a dummy/soother?
4 - How can I get rid of a dummy/soother?
5 - Is my baby just sucking on their hands for comfort?

📌 Please read before listening

This episode was recorded in 2021. Infant safe sleep guidance is regularly reviewed and updated, and some information discussed may no longer reflect current recommendations. We always encourage parents to follow the most up to date guidance from the NHS and The Lullaby Trust (lullabytrust.org.uk) on all matters of infant sleep safety.

When in doubt, please consult your health visitor, midwife, or GP.