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Saying goodbye to the pacifier, gently

Pacifier stories for the tender goodbye: fairies who trade pacis for big-kid dreams, pacis mailed to new babies who need them, pacis promoted to guard duty on the shelf. Different paths, same destination - a child who feels big, not deprived.

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Illustrated cover of the story “Emma and the Pacifier Fairy”, Giving up the pacifier, Felt illustration, for ages 3 to 5Children's · Giving up the pacifier

Emma and the Pacifier Fairy

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best age to give up the pacifier?
Most families do it between 2 and 3. The stories work at any point - they frame the goodbye as growing up, not losing something.
Which goodbye method do the stories use?
You can choose: the pacifier fairy, donating it to new babies, or giving the paci a new job. Each has its own story, so you can read the one that matches your plan.
What if my child asks for it back?
Normal, and the stories address it: hard nights happen, hugs and routines help, and the pride of being big wins in the end.

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