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Although a lot of a pacifier’s success comes down to baby’s personal preference, the NUK Comfy manages to stand out among the rest. Created over 60 years ago by pediatric dentists and doctors, the brand’s orthodontic pacifiers were designed to have a breast-like shape and feel that makes it easy for babies to transition between feeding and soothing. The pacifier remains one of the most popular choices among parents in The Bump community—and is a favorite of pediatric dentist Liel Grinbaum, DMD, too. "NUK pacifiers are a great option, as they are shaped to prevent changes to the oral structures but also replicate the shape of a human nipple when pressed between the baby's lips and palate," he explains.The NUK Comfy offers a unique orthodontic nipple that’s round on one side and flat on the other, resulting in a wide, curved shape that’s comforting for baby to suckle. Ideal for healthy oral development, the scoop-shaped nipple cavity also encourages lots of tongue movement. Meanwhile, the heart-shaped shield leaves ample space around baby’s nose, so little ones can breathe easily as they relax. All of these features mean that the NUK tends to stay in baby’s mouth better than other pacifiers, according to The Bump community. "We like the NUK. I think because of the way it’s shaped, it stays in \[baby's] mouth better when she is not actually sucking," confirms forum member Caroline422. Some parents say this pacifier’s sticky texture picks up fuzz and hair easily. However, thanks to the dishwasher-safe design, it’s a breeze to clean when needed.