Hours and hours of daily patting, shushing, rocking, bouncing, and cuddling a baby in the hopes of settling them can sometimes seem frustratingly futile. Babies arrive with a natural biological sucking reflex, so offering a soother, dummy, or pacifier can be a wonderful tool to help soothe an unsettled baby.

There are countless baby soothers to choose from so, we’ve listened to the opinions and reviews of our lovely community of Newbornbaby parents, and put together this list to help narrow it down for you. Then, whichever one you choose just needs to get your discerning baby’s tick of approval (hint: you might need to try more than a couple of different designs).

Top 10 baby soothers for 2022

Here are the most popular soothers for babies this year (in no particular order):

1. NUK for Nature Latex Soother

• Inspired by mum – round at the top and flat underneath
• Natural rubber – sourced from the milk of the rubber tree and is biodegradable
• Natural materials –Made from 98% sustainable plastic and 100% latex baglet sourced from the milk of the rubber tree
• Sustainable packaging – coming from sustainable sources which can then be placed in the paper recycling bin
• Packs of two – with three natural and calming colour ways of Green Eucalyptus, Cotton Fresh and Terracotta Red
• Accepted by 95% of babies*
• Recommended by medical experts – does not cause misalignment of teeth
• Energy-efficient production – with CO₂, for true mini footprints

Available in three sizes: 0-6 months, 6-18 months and 18-36 months – RRP $14.95 – Purchase here

2. Medela Newborn Soother

• Extra small, one piece design made from extra lightweight silicone
• No BPA and BPS
• Fits under the nose to not interfere with breathing or smelling
• Incorporates Medela’s research-based commitment to support breastfeeding mothers and their babies
• Includes 3 minute sterilising box for easy cleaning and transport

See our full review here.

Available in Newborn (0-2 months) RRP from $12.95 (twin pack) – Find your nearest store here

3. NUK Space Soother

• Made from silicone and specially designed for baby’s sensitive skin
• Offering maximum air ventilation thanks to extra large ventilation holes
• Orthodontic shape

Suitable for ages 0-6 months (2 pack) RRP $15.00 – Purchase here

4. NUK Signature Night Soother

• A soother or ‘dummy’ with a glow in the dark ring – the ideal sleeptime companion
• The orthodontic NUK Shape is modelled on a mother’s nipple as she breastfeeds
• Thinner and narrower teat neck – reduces the pressure on the jaws and teeth
• Flatter baglet and smoother underside – for more room for natural sucking movements
• Practical soother box cleans soothers on the go – just add water and microwave for 4 minutes

Available in three sizes: 0-6 months, 6-18 months & 18-36 months. RRP $12.95 – Purchase here

5. Tommee Tippee Breast-like Night Time Soother

• Made from super soft silicone that is BPA Free
• Breast-like shape helps transition between breast, bottle and soother
• Superior ventilation increases airflow and prevents dribble rashes

Suitable for ages 0-6 months RRP $12.95 – Purchase here

6. Twin Round Natural Rubber Soother

• Eco friendly biodegradable and BPA free
• One piece design eliminates places where bacteria can hide
• Larger shield touches baby’s nose, providing closer simulation to breast feeding
• Made with 100% sustainable, natural rubber with no parabens, Phthalates, chemical softeners or PVC
• Easy sterilisation

Suitable for ages 0-3 months RRP $17.50 (twin pack) – Purchase here

7. Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Night Time Soother

• Glow in the dark so you can locate them at night
• Orthodontic shape with a similar feel to a nipple so less likely to cause nipple confusion
• Made from soft and durable BPA-free silicone

Available in 0-6 months (2 pack) RRP $11.95 – Purchase here

8. CMC Bubble Dummies – Air Filled Teat

• 100% BPA, PVC & Phthalates free
• 100% natural rubber teat
• Passed testing in accordance with AS 2432:2015 Australian standards

Three sizes available: 0-6 months, 6m+, 18m+ – RRP $18.95 – Purchase here

9. BIBS Natural Rubber Baby Pacifier

• Compliant with Australian safety standards and created in Denmark
• 100% natural rubber teat, and BPA, PVC, and phthalates free
• Available in a range of colours

Size 1 suitable for babies 0-6 months (2 pack) RRP $19.95 – Purchase here

10. Razbaby Jollypop Newborn Dummy

• Natural nipple shape made from 100% medical grade silicone
• Soft and flexible with no hard inner guard

Suitable for babies 0-3 months (2 pack) RRP $15.95 – Purchase here