The Dr Brown's HappyPaci Silicone Pacifier is a soft, one-piece dummy designed to give baby comfort through non-nutritive sucking — the sucking babies do for reassurance rather than milk. Made from 100% silicone, the teat is shaped like the Dr Brown's bottle nipple, so if you're already using Dr Brown's bottles it's a familiar shape that can make acceptance easier. Supplied as a 2-pack for ages 0–6 months, it's a practical soother to have on hand for settling and quiet moments.
The silicone is soft on sensitive gums yet durable enough to stand up to biting, and the one-piece construction means there are no joints or crevices where grime can collect. The open-back bulb also lets water drain out rather than getting trapped inside — a small detail that makes a real difference at cleaning time.
A shield designed to sit gently against baby's face
The butterfly-shaped shield curves away from baby's face, leaving room for the nose, chin and cheeks rather than pressing flat against delicate skin. Ventilation holes in the shield allow air to reach the skin, which is designed to help reduce irritation from drool and constant contact. The open-back design also means you can slip a fingertip into the bulb to soothe and bond with a fussy baby.
How it works
- Familiar teat shape: The teat mirrors the Dr Brown's bottle nipple, offering a familiar mouth feel that can make it easier for baby to take.
- Butterfly shield: The contoured shield curves away from the face and leaves space for the nose, chin and cheeks, while ventilation holes let air reach the skin to help reduce irritation.
- Open-back bulb: The open back lets you place a finger inside to comfort baby, and stops water from being trapped in the bulb after washing.
- One-piece silicone: With no separate parts to come loose, the single moulded design is quick to clean and easy to inspect.
Keeping it clean
The HappyPaci is dishwasher safe (top rack) and steriliser safe, and being BPA-free and made entirely of silicone it's straightforward to keep hygienic between uses. Check the dummy regularly and replace it if you notice any cracks, tears, stickiness or thinning.
Best For
The Dr Brown's HappyPaci Silicone Pacifier is a great option for parents who:
- Already use Dr Brown's bottles and want a dummy with a familiar teat shape
- Prefer a simple one-piece silicone design that's easy to clean and inspect
- Are looking for a soother with a shield that leaves room around baby's nose, chin and cheeks
It may not be the best fit if you:
- Are past the 0–6 month stage and need a larger size
- Would prefer a natural-rubber latex teat
A note on safe use
Offer a dummy only once feeding needs have been considered — a dummy shouldn't be used to postpone a feed, and it should never be sweetened, altered or used to give medicine. For sleep, follow a full safe-sleep setup and never attach clips, cords or toys to the dummy while baby is sleeping. Always inspect the dummy before each use and replace it at the first sign of damage.
Care & Maintenance
Butterfly-shaped shield curves away from baby's face
Holes in shield provide air for baby's delicate skin
Open back soother design for finger bonding
One-piece design for easy cleaning
Comes in a variety of colors
BPA-free
- 2x Pacifier