{"product_id":"nuk-silicone-star-soother","title":"NUK Silicone Star Soother","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe NUK Silicone Star Soother is a single silicone dummy for babies aged 6 to 18 months, designed for non-nutritive sucking — the comfort sucking a baby does for soothing rather than milk. It arrives in a sturdy, reusable box that keeps the soother clean and dry when you're out and about, and doubles as a steam steriliser at home, so you have a hygienic way to store and clean it from the start.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat sets the Star soother apart is NUK's asymmetric teat shape: rounded on the upper side and flatter underneath. The upper side has a special soft zone where the silicone is very thin, designed to nestle gently against the palate, while the flatter underside is shaped to leave room for the tongue's natural sucking movements. It's BPA-free, made in Germany, and complies with the European safety standard EN1400.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow the design works\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsymmetric teat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rounded on top and flat underneath, the shape is designed to leave space for the tongue's natural sucking movements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial soft zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e The silicone is very thin on the upper side, so it can nestle gently against the palate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThin, narrow neck:\u003c\/strong\u003e The slim neck is designed to reduce pressure on the developing jaw and teeth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVented heart-shaped shield:\u003c\/strong\u003e The curved shield is shaped to fit the anatomy of a baby's face and leaves space to breathe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAir channels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Channels around the mouth shield allow ventilation of the skin around baby's mouth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eNUK describes the Star as breastfeeding-friendly, and in independent market research in Germany the brand reports that it calms 99% of babies. As always, acceptance is individual — some babies take to one teat shape and not another, and that's completely normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCleaning and sterilising\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBefore first use, place the soother in boiling water for 5 minutes, using enough water to avoid damaging it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBefore every further use, clean thoroughly with a mild washing-up liquid, then sterilise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo use the box as a steam steriliser, place the soother inside with the teat facing down, add water up to the indicated line, close the lid and microwave for 4 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully remove the box, pour out any remaining water, and press out any liquid trapped in the teat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet the soother cool and dry fully before giving it to your baby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe NUK Silicone Star Soother is a great option for parents who:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave a baby aged 6 to 18 months and want a silicone soother for comfort sucking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefer NUK's asymmetric, orthodontic-shaped teat with a flat underside and soft upper zone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLike that it comes with a reusable box that also works as a steam steriliser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt may not be the best fit if you:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave a younger baby who needs a smaller size stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave a baby who prefers a round or cherry-shaped teat, or who doesn't take to a dummy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGood to know\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor hygiene and safety, replace the silicone soother after 1 to 2 months of use, or sooner if you notice any tears, cracks or changes to the material. Offer a soother only after you've checked baby isn't hungry — it shouldn't delay a feed — and never force it, sweeten it or modify it in any way. During sleep, follow safe-sleep guidance and don't attach clips, cords, toys or ribbons to the soother. Colours and designs vary across the range, so the exact design supplied may differ from the one pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003ePandylane Pro Tip\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the reusable box handy in your nappy bag — it protects the soother from dirt and moisture when you're out, and lets you steam-sterilise in the microwave once you're back home, so you don't need a separate travel case.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Artemis Brands","offers":[{"title":"0-2m \/ Blue","offer_id":47282818908337,"sku":"NUK-STS-0B","price":159.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"0-2m \/ Rose","offer_id":47282818941105,"sku":"NUK-STS-0R","price":159.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"0-2m \/ White","offer_id":47282818973873,"sku":"NUK-STS-0W","price":159.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"0-6m \/ Blue","offer_id":47282819006641,"sku":"NUK-STS-1B","price":159.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"0-6m \/ Rose","offer_id":47282819039409,"sku":"NUK-STS-1R","price":159.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"0-6m \/ White","offer_id":47282819072177,"sku":"NUK-STS-1W","price":159.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"18-36m \/ Birds","offer_id":47282819104945,"sku":"NUK-STS-3BD","price":159.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"18-36m \/ Croc","offer_id":47282819137713,"sku":"NUK-STS-3CR","price":159.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":false},{"title":"18-36m \/ Koala","offer_id":47282819170481,"sku":"NUK-STS-3KL","price":159.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"18-36m \/ Sunflowers","offer_id":47282819203249,"sku":"NUK-STS-3SF","price":159.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"6-18m \/ Birds","offer_id":47282819236017,"sku":"NUK-STS-2BD","price":159.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"6-18m \/ Croc","offer_id":47282819268785,"sku":"NUK-STS-2CR","price":159.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"6-18m \/ Koala","offer_id":47282819301553,"sku":"NUK-STS-2KL","price":159.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true},{"title":"6-18m \/ Sunflowers","offer_id":47282819334321,"sku":"NUK-STS-2SF","price":159.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/9559\/4673\/files\/nuk-silicone-star-soother-1.jpg?v=1784520312","url":"https:\/\/pandylane.com\/products\/nuk-silicone-star-soother","provider":"Pandylane","version":"1.0","type":"link"}