Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Vegan
EU safety standards
Recyclable packaging
Compostable packaging
All stages
One-piece design
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Best Non-Toxic Pacifiers
We vetted pacifiers against the Welpr Standard and here are our top picks.
Cofounder & Product Curator
Medical Reviewer, PhD
Here's what we look for:
- Natural rubber or food-grade silicone (no plastic on the nipple or mouthpiece)
- Free from BPA, phthalates, and lead
- Third-party certifications whenever available
- Products from transparent brands we trust
Best Non-Toxic Pacifiers
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Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Dishwasher safe
All stages
Orthodontic shape
One-piece design
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Made in EU
Dishwasher safe
Toddler (12m+)
Orthodontic shape
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Dishwasher safe
Newborn (0-3m)
Round shape
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Made in EU
EU safety standards
Dishwasher safe
Food-contact safe
All stages
Round shape
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Made in EU
EU safety standards
Hypoallergenic
Dishwasher safe
Infant (3-6m)
Round shape
One-piece design
How to Swap to Non-Toxic pacifiers:
Here's how to swap to non-toxic pacifiers:
What to know about pacifiers
Pacifiers spend a lot of time in your baby's mouth, which means the material they're made of really matters. Babies suck on them for hours each day, and their developing bodies are more sensitive to what they're exposed to. Welpr focuses on what the pacifier is actually made of — the nipple, the shield, and any coatings or additives.
- The nipple material is the top priority since it's the part in your baby's mouth for extended periods.
- Shields and handles matter too — babies chew and mouth every part of a pacifier, not just the nipple.
Check the pacifiers you already have
Look at the packaging or product listing for your current pacifiers to see what materials are used. Welpr looks for food-grade silicone or natural rubber for anything that goes in a baby's mouth.
- Check whether the nipple is listed as food-grade silicone or natural rubber — if the material isn't clearly stated, that's a reason to look closer.
- Look for any mention of BPA, PVC, phthalates, or artificial dyes on the packaging — Welpr-approved pacifiers are always free from these.
Care for your current pacifiers safely
If you're not ready to replace your pacifiers right away, proper cleaning and regular inspection can help. Pacifiers wear down over time, and damaged material can break down faster.
- Sterilize pacifiers regularly with boiling water rather than using chemical cleaning solutions, and replace any that are cracked, sticky, or discolored.
- Avoid putting pacifiers in the dishwasher with harsh detergents — a simple boil or steam sterilizer works well.
Choose cleaner pacifiers
When shopping for new pacifiers, look for ones made from food-grade silicone or natural rubber with clearly listed materials. Simpler designs with fewer parts and no added coatings or flavors are a good sign.
- Choose pacifiers that are free from BPA, PVC, phthalates, and artificial dyes — and where the brand clearly discloses all materials used.
- Click the button above to shop Welpr Approved pacifiers.
Camille May
Cofounder & Product Curator
Camille May is the co-creator of Welpr and a guide for clean living. After selling her last company in the health food space, she went non-toxic while working to heal an autoimmune condition....
Olushola M. Awoyemi
Medical Reviewer, PhD
Olushola M. Awoyemi (aka Shola) is a board-certified toxicologist and a research scientist with a PhD in Environmental Toxicology. Shola's long-term ambition is to be recognized as a world-renowned expert in toxicology,...