How to Use a Pacifier Clip

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Pacifier clips are incredibly useful for keeping track of your baby’s pacifiers! Otherwise, you might find yourself spending a fortune due to losing pacifiers all the time. Pacifier clips usually attach to pacifiers with either a snap closure or a loop. Once the pacifier is attached, you can clip the other end of the strap to your baby’s clothing and you are ready to go.

Method 1
Method 1 of 3:

Attaching a Snap-Style Pacifier Clip

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    Locate the snap and use your fingers to pry it open. Pull it apart so that the end of the strap is accessible. [1]
    • If the strap uses Velcro, then use your fingers to pull apart the Velcro.
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    Locate the opening in the edge of the pacifier or handle. Insert the strap into the opening with the snap facing out away from the nipple of the pacifier. [2]
    • If the strap uses Velcro to secure itself, then make sure the Velcro is facing away from the nipple.

    Tip : Some pacifier clips are made specifically for a certain brand of pacifier. Check to see that the pacifier and clip you are using are compatible before you try to attach them.

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    Line up the snap pieces on the other side of the pacifier opening or handle. Then, press them together again to secure the strap to the pacifier. [3]
    • If the strap uses Velcro, press the Velcro together to secure the strap.
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Method 2
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Inserting a Loop-Style Pacifier Clip

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    Locate the opening or handle on the pacifier where you want to attach the pacifier clip. Squeeze the end of the loop to make it smaller and then push it into the opening or handle. Pull the loop out on the other side of the opening until the edge of the pacifier or handle is up against the strap. [4]
    • The loop is often made from a thick material, such as leather, cord, or canvas.
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    Next, bring the clip end of the pacifier strap around and through the loop. Insert the clip and strap through the loop. [5]
    • The strap may be a flat ribbon, or it might have beads or other decorative items on it. However, it should still fit through the loop easily.
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    Tug on the strap until the loop tightens around the pacifier’s edge or handle. This will secure the pacifier clip to the pacifier and it is now ready to use! [6]

    Tip : Make sure that you can still undo the loop when needed. Don’t pull it so tight that it will be difficult to remove the strap if you need to wash it or sanitize your baby’s pacifier.

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Method 3
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Securing the Clip on Your Baby’s Clothing

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    The clip part of a pacifier clip is at the opposite end of the strap where you attached the pacifier. Locate it and squeeze the handles on the clip to open it. [7]
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    A good place is on the fabric over your child’s shoulder. This is also often where fabric is doubled up on onesies, so it may be a more secure place to attach the clip. Use your fingers to grasp a piece of the clothing where you want to attach the clip. [8]
    • The clip is probably too strong for your child to undo, but it’s still a good idea to attach it somewhere they won’t be as tempted to mess with it.
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    Continue to hold onto the clothing with 1 hand and the open clip with the other hand. Slide the clothing piece into the clip and then release the handles to close the clip around the clothing. [9]

    Warning : Be extra careful not to pinch any of your child’s skin or hair in the clip when you attach it.

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      • You can also attach a pacifier clip to a teether when your child starts using one.
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      • Once your child outgrows pacifiers, you can keep using pacifier clips to keep track of your keys. Just attach the pacifier end to your keys and clip the other end on your clothing or bag to avoid losing them.
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      Warnings

      • Remove the pacifier clip from your baby's clothing before you put them down for a nap or to bed at night. Give them a pacifier that is not attached to a clip strap instead. Leaving it on while your baby sleeps puts them at risk of strangulation. [10]
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      References

      1. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g54PZ4WkveA&feature=youtu.be&t=6
      2. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g54PZ4WkveA&feature=youtu.be&t=11
      3. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g54PZ4WkveA&feature=youtu.be&t=19
      4. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAxfgacSrVQ&feature=youtu.be&t=25
      5. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAxfgacSrVQ&feature=youtu.be&t=35
      6. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAxfgacSrVQ&feature=youtu.be&t=42
      7. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjUbzXK6OzI&feature=youtu.be&t=46
      8. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjUbzXK6OzI&feature=youtu.be&t=49
      9. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bjUbzXK6OzI&feature=youtu.be&t=51
      1. ↑ https://www.todaysparent.com/baby/baby-sleep/the-most-surprising-things-we-learned-from-the-newest-safe-sleep-guidelines/

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