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Brittany Campo
Hi there, I have a question regarding dummy chains, my understanding is that under Australian national guidelines all dummy chains sold in Australia are an appropriate length for them to be left on during sleep. Does this align with the red nose safe sleeping guidelines?
Red Nose Education
Product Safety Australia (ACCC) has the following safety information in relation to dummy use..
Never use ribbon or cord to attach dummies to children’s clothing, cots or prams.
These ties can get caught and wrap around a child’s neck and cause strangulation.
https://www.productsafety.gov.au/products/babies-kids/kids-equipment/dummies
Red Nose has the following information about some of the potential risks when using a dummy.
Other potential disadvantages include accidents (airway obstruction), strangulation by the cord and eye injuries, and dental malocclusion
https://rednose.org.au/article/using-a-dummy-or-pacifier