NUK Soother Freestyle 6-18 Silicone is a set of 2 teats made exclusively of silicone and developed for babies between 6 and 18 months of age. The NUK soothers are anatomically shaped to mimic the mother's nipple and adapt very easily to the baby's palate.
They have a patented NUK AIR SYSTEM ventilation system, which lets air escape through the teat, allowing it to remain mouldable and soft. They also prevent deformation of the baby's jaw. They have a shield that completely covers the mouth, minimising contact with the baby's skin. On the other hand, NUK soothers are beneficial for non-nutritive sucking due to their multiple benefits:
- The sucking exercise performed by the baby releases a hormone called cholecystokinin which causes the baby to feel relaxed, full and ready to sleep, resulting in a feeling of well-being and happiness.
- On the other hand, they offer digestive support, as soothers contribute to better digestion, as cholecystokinin (CCK) helps to break down the proteins and fats contained in breast milk.
- It should be noted that soothers offer better coordination by practising sucking, swallowing and breathing. This allows efficient feeding from the breast or, later, from a bottle.
Last but not least, parents will love the fun design. It has a thin ring that is used to attach the dummy to the NUK dummy chains.
