#silicone pacifiers

[naturalsecretsboutique]

The FRIGG line of daisy silicone pacifiers with improved SilkySoft™ nipple and an innovative Click-lock System has been thoughtfully designed for your baby’s comfort. The outward curve keeps the pacifier off their delicate skin, while features like air holes and a security handle ensure your baby stays safe. Available in a range of soft colors, FRIGG pacifiers make a beautiful addition to your collection of baby essentials. Shop now at Natural Secrets Boutique.

[cutiepieautistic]

Yellow/purple agere stimboard

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[barefootbabyboutique]

How a Crab Teether Can Help With Your Baby’s Teething Journey?

One overlooked feature in baby products? Sanitation. The crab teether holds up to daily use and heavy drool thanks to its seamless design. No deep crevices. No extra parts. Just one easy-to-clean structure. Boil it. Freeze it. Toss it in the top rack of your dishwasher. It’s ready when your baby is—and that’s usually every hour during tough teething windows.

[babiesbasic]

Baby Essentials That Grow With Your Child Naturally

Table of Contents

Introduction

Why Choosing the Right Baby Essentials Matters

Essential Baby  Products That Grows with Your Child

Feeding Tools for Every Stage

Sensory Toys and Developmental Play

Everyday Care Essentials

Keepsakes That Capture Every Milestone

Built to Grow: How Our Products Stand Out

Budget-Friendly and Eco-Smart

Conclusion

FAQ

1. Introduction

With the extra years, so do your child's needs—though that doesn't necessarily mean replacing everything they put in their mouths. At BabiesBasic, we're dedicated to offering baby basics that can keep up with every stage of development, from first bites to first steps and all in between. Whether a Silicone Plate Set with Spoon and Fork that makes feeding yourself a cinch or a Personalized Milestone Blanket that keeps every milestone moment, our staples are functional, affordable, plastic-free, and made to last with your child.

Made with gentle, safe materials like food-grade silicone and sustainable cotton, our basics are designed for real life parenting—mess, milestones, included.

2. Why Choosing the Best Baby Staples Matters

All parents want products that are:

Healthy for baby's health

Long-lasting to survive the test of everyday use

Nice on the wallet

Nice on the planet

Most baby products out there are falling short on most of those benchmarks. That's where we're different. Our plastic-free, toxin-free, affordable basics are made to be reused, cherished, and passed down—because babies grow up quick, but good products shouldn't die.

3. Timeless Baby Essentials That Will Test Your Mettle

From time to eat to time to play to time to sleep, here's how our top-selling essentials support your child's development by the ages.

Feeding for every  Stage

Pre Feeding Spoon Set

Ideal for baby's first bites, this soft silicone spoon is comfortable for small hands to grip and gentle on tender developing gums. Short handle promotes proper motor skills.

Silicone Bowl & Spoon Feeding Set

The suction base keeps mealtime messes under control, and the coordinating silicone spoon makes it simple for babies to learn to feed themselves.

Silicone Plate Set with Spoon and Fork

As your child grows into a toddler, this sectioned plate makes it easy for them to try new foods while the forks and spoons encourage independent eating.

Silicone Spoon with Travel Case

Ideal for travel families. Soft tip is gentle on mouths of all ages, and the case makes them travel clean.

Stainless Steel Baby Spoon Set / Toddler Cutlery Set

Once your baby is more at ease with eating, move on to a stainless steel spoon set for babies. Designed for toddler-sized hands, it's ideal for learning adult eating techniques.

Sensory Toys and Developing Play

Colouring Mat / Silicone Colouring Reusable Mat

Wipe-clean and reusable, these colouring mats are a creative hand-eye skill and colour recognition ability building experience. Use them for toddler years, and even into early childhood.

Stacking Toys in Silicone

Flexible, safe, colourful—these stackers build with your child from basic stacking to fantasy-building and sorting play.

Daily Life Essentials

Pacifier Clip Personalised

Chew-proof, cool, and useful, our pacifier clips remain a useful tool from teething to toddlerhood—having favourite soothers at hand.

Silicone Toothbrush for Infants

Begin oral care early with our infant-safe silicone toothbrush. Gentle on gums and designed for little mouths, it flows smoothly into toddler oral care.

Mementos That Mark Each Milestone

Personalized Milestoned Blanket / Milestone Twin Blanket

From the early months to the first birthdays, our soft, snuggly blankets are ideal for tracking progress. As baby gets bigger, they become treasured keepsakes or soothing nap blankets.

Style for Mobility and Convenience

Printed Cotton Long Sleeves Sleepsuit

Created to snuggle and sleep, this lightweight suit is warm and comfortable at every stage of early life.

Printed Cotton Long Sleeves Jumpsuit for Babies

Durable enough for playtime and gentle enough for naptime—this snuggly jumpsuit is the ideal option for little movers and shakers.

4. Built to Grow: How Our Products Shine

We incorporate flexibility and long-term usage into our products at their very foundation. See how we design our baby essentials to develop along with your baby:

Flexible designs: Spoons' size, and elasticky clothing, we incorporate flexibility into each element.

Multi-stage functionality: Our products take your child through various stages of development—no upgrades necessary.

Quality materials: We utilize food-grade silicone, stainless steel, and breathable cotton to promote long-term usage.

5. Budget-Friendly and Eco-Smart

Why waste more on short-term plastic products that straight away end up in the waste bin? Our range is:

Economical: Long-lasting, reusable products imply less replacing and better value.

Sustainable: Plastic-free, BPA-free, and environmentally friendly materials cut down on waste.

Timeless: Simple, understated designs make our products ideal to pass down from kid to kid.

6. Conclusion

Your child's childhood is filled with happy moments—and the proper gear makes each step cleaner, simpler, and more enjoyable. Here at BabiesBasic, we produce baby basics that last as long as your baby, serving up first foods, creative play, and nighty-night hugs along the way. From a stainless steel cutlery set for baby or a Personalized Milestone Twin Blanket, our products are designed to make it through more than one phase and hold value much longer than its initial use.

Invest in eco-friendly, safe baby gear that grows up with your baby—because parenting is a journey, and every step is worth the best.

7.FAQ

Q: How old is my baby when they can use the pre-feeding spoon?

Yes.Our Pre Feeding Spoon Set is ideal for baby's first solid food, usually between 4 and 6 months.

Q: Are the coloring mats really reusable?

Yes. Our Reusable Silicone Colouring Mats are easy to clean and reuse time and again using washable markers.

Q: Can I dishwasher the silicone feeding sets?

Yes, all our silicone feeding items are dishwasher-proof and heat-resistant.

Q: What makes the milestone blankets so special?

Yes, our Milestone Personalized Twin Blanket is soft, sweetly printed, and may have your child's name in—ideal for keepsake photo and memory pictures.

[littlebennie]

The Durable Silicone Pacifier Case is a must-have for busy parents. Designed to protect pacifiers from dust and damage, this lightweight and flexible case is both practical and stylish. Its durable silicone material makes it easy to clean, while the built-in strap allows for easy attachment to bags, making it perfect for travel or daily use.

[littlestrainbow]

When to Replace Little Gear

💖 Little Gear is really fun! But also it get‘s damaged sometimes, so here is a rough guide of when it’s time to replace some common items:

💜 Baby Bottles: Replace the nipple if it has tears or holes, is strongly discolored, is getting gross no matter how much you clean it or starts to smell. Replace the whole bottle if the bottle has cracks or holes, starts to smell or there has been mold growing inside If you use your bottle a lot, you‘ll probally have to replace the nipple several times a year

🩵 Pacifier: You need to replace you paci if the nipple has tears or holes, is discolored, starts to smell or is gross and sticky no matter how much you clean it. You should also replace it if the shield get‘s broken or has cracks in it. If you have a decorated paci and decorations fall off, you can continue to use it if it‘s otherwise still intact If you use your paci a lot you‘ll probally have to replace the nipple (or whole paci if the nipple isn‘t removable) every few months

💚 Teethers: Replace your teethers if it has cracks or tears, starts to smell weird or starts getting gross even if you clean it Teethers are more sturdy but especially if you use it frequently, you may want to replace it once or twice a year

🧡 Plastic and Silicone Dishware in general: (for example plates, spoons, cups, bottles or lunchboxes) Replace it if it starts to smell, has strong discolorations or cracks or there has been mold growing on it. It will probally need to be replaced after a few months to years

❤️ Glass, ceramik and metal Dishware: You need to replace these if they crack or splinter or rust Otherwise these will last for decades if not centuries

💖 In general make sure to use things as long as safely possible, but always be carefull. Having to replace something because it becomes unsafe or gross to use is not bad, it happens to all of us. If you don‘t yet want to completly throw out a item, you can give it a good clean, put it into a zip lock bag and store it somewhere until you are ready to throw it away

[httpsserene]

I have been having SUCH a thought since the Thigh Riding, and I NEED to tell you.

We know reader has been loving Max and Charles’ thighs, but have you seen those silicone thigh toys? They’re basically ridged pads you strap to your thigh and…well you can guess what they do with them.

I just- I feel like it would elevate it, their sweet girl opening up to the world of toys whilst in the comfort of something she loved.

httpsserene’s 1K Special | Track Limits

summary: she’s oversensitive and hates vibrators. max and charles introduce her to something better.

༊࿐ ⊹ ˚. this is from december 2023, jesus christ. about fucking time right, @vetteltea? this has been haunting me in my sleep ever since this hit my inbox, now it’s y’all’s problem too < 333 psss, next post will either be toasty part two (toto) or a smau! (if you’re unsure about what these specific thigh toys are, look up “grinding pad sex toy” to get an idea of what i’m referencing).

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downforce — 𝐜𝐥. 𝟏𝟔 & 𝐦𝐯. 𝟏 charles leclerc x max verstappen x fem!black!reader 2.4k words. thigh riding. sex toys. non-penetrative sex. edging. praise kink. corruption kink. implied dom/sub dynamics. coming untouched. sub!charles. sub!reader. dom!max.

You’ve deeply repressed the memory of your orgasm-deprived outburst that kick started your sexual exploration with Max and Charles. Vaguely, you can remember saying that you possibly considered the thought of buying a vibrator to get yourself off since riding your pillow wasn’t enough anymore.

[…you’ve become depraved enough to consider buying a vibrator, but all packages delivered to this apartment have to be approved by max or charles to be sent up, and you’re definitely not bold enough to go out and buy one (and risk being seen by one of their fans or have to physically talk to someone to buy one)...]

[…you seem to have missed the fact that you sent their minds reeling and continue venting, “i don’t know what to do, maxy!  i’ve been doing the same thing, and it’s NEVER failed me before. it’s cruel that it stopped working when you guys left me for more than a month! no matter how i did it–if i did the exact same things i’ve always been doing, or tried something new, nothing worked! i was literally just considering buying a fucking vibrator! a vibrator, charles, i’d rather run naked in the street than buy that online and have to put in this delivery address–”

charles gently presses finger against your mouth, shushing you. he pulls you into a deep hug, rubbing a hand up and down the length of your back , the motion pacifying you. he hums, and it vibrates through his chest to yours, “mmm, we’re home now, mon ange. there’s no need to run in the streets naked–” “definitely not,” max jumps in, reacting possessively at the implication of other people seeing you undressed. charles rolls his eyes and continues (like he’s not just as jealous as max), “or buy a vibrator. i know it must be so frustrating…”]

Charles was right. You didn’t have to go streaking or buy a sex toy to get off, your boyfriends took care of you. That night, you were satisfied by riding Max’s thigh. Then a few days later, you learned how to pleasure your men with handjobs. A couple of days after that you were fingerfucked into an altered mental state, then followed up with watching Charles cum untouched as Max ate him out. You had Max’s mouth on you next and weeks later in a Spanish villa, you allowed them to take your virginity.

The five days you three spent in that villa were filled with pleasure, as Max and Charles fulfilled every request of yours without question. In bed, on the sofa, from the kitchen floor to the dining table, from the hot tub to the bathroom shower, horizontally, vertically, parabolically, from dusk to dawn—the two years of relationship you had without sexual intimacy had been put to rest. The understanding, the vulnerability, and the trust rooted within everyone had led to that moment. It was worth it.

So, one would understand your confusion when Max drops the idea of sex toys in conversation with you and Charles on a random morning. With an audible noise of confusion, you tilt your head up at him adorably, and genuinely question, “Why would I use a toy when I have you two?” Your tummy tightened when that sentence caused Charles to look at you with dripping molten eyes and Max’s mumbled grumble about corrupting your innocence goes unheard. Minutes later, you were bent over the kitchen island, the skirt of your sundress shoved up around your waist, and your white panties dangling off of one ankle as they took turns eating you out. Needless to say, you forgot about the subject of conversation the moment they knocked your legs open.

Eventually, they do manage to have a chat about toys without it devolving into sex. 

“Schat,” Max grabbed your attention, the clink of his silverware resting on his plate further interrupted your focus on spinning pasta onto your fork.

“Yes, Maxy?” you responded, meeting his eyes with a smile.

“After this discussion, we will never bring this up again if you are adamantly against the idea,” you brought your fork to your lips, munching away with a look of puzzlement, the Dutchman continued, “But, Charlie and I were talking…and we think, that—with your approval, of course—that there’s a chance you may enjoy experiencing and learning about sex toys, and how good they can make you feel. As long as either one of us is using them on you—and, with your hatred of them—they’re also not vibrators.”

You choked on your pasta, Charles making a noise of surprise as he rushed forward to pat you on the back.

Airways now cleared, you looked at Max with watery eyes, “There was not enough foreshadowing to let me know where the conversation was going. And, fuck vibrators. They are way too strong.”

The Monegasque’s eyes brightened with humor, “Hm. I think vibrators are nice, especially when they’re in Max’s hand.”

“You’re a menace and a freak,” the older man responded, “And she’s chronically sensitive. Don’t tease.”

Charles tugged at one of your curls, chuckling as he saw the brown skin of your cheeks redden.

“I mean,” you paused to play fight with your boyfriend, batting his hand from your hair cutely, “You guys haven’t been wrong with anything you’ve introduced me to. If you think that I might enjoy something…I guess I can try it. And, you’ll stop if I tell you to, right?”

“Always, mon ange.” “Of course, liefje.”

“Okay, then. I just don’t think there’s a toy that I’ll like?”

A smirk spread across Max’s lips when he glanced over at Charles, like they knew something you didn’t. His blue eyes were alight with humor as they looked back at you, “Let us worry about that.”

You did such a good job of letting your boyfriends “worry about sex toys” that you ended up forgetting the conversation happened. Until tonight, when you walked into your bedroom to see Charles on the bed completely naked, save for—what appears to be, a pink silicone pad strapped around his tanned, muscular thigh.

You freeze in the doorway, mouth parted, struggling to process the sight in front of you. The brunette is ruined. His hair is damp with sweat, strands of curls stuck to his forehead, and green eyes moist with dried tear tracks painting the ruddiness of his cheeks. His lips are bitten red, swollen, and moist with his spit—Max’s too. The bruises start on his collarbone, deep red marks brush along his clavicle and pecs, and there are visible imprints of teeth around his right nipple. Traces of Max’s unforgiving grip are painted on his waist, thumbprints obvious to your eyes. His cock looks painful; burning red, twitching randomly, the vein on his underside raised, and precome has been leaking out of his tip for a while if the puddle by the base is any telling. 

Employing his skill for perfect timing, the en-suite door opens, and Max steps into the room with a bottle of lube in his hand. 

“Charlie?” Max coos, walking over to the delirious man, pouting sympathetically when the brunette’s head falls forward to rest on his hip, ruffling his hair and scratching along his scalp. “Aren’t you going to thank our pretty girl for putting an end to your torture?”

“–rci, merci,” the exhausted man mumbles messily. Max hums in content, dropping the lube on the bed and gesturing for you to come closer. Tripping over your feet in haste to follow his order, you ask softly, “How long have you had him like this?”

“Around forty-five minutes,” Max shrugs, dismissively, “He was getting too excited as we waited for you to join us.”

Swallowing shakily, you inquire, “Excited about what?

“Your new sex toy.” 

You gasp and Max’s eyes flutter across your face as he gages your reaction. Max sees you shift on your feet and casts look downward; your thighs are pressed together for friction—you’re aroused.

“Do you want to try it?”

“Yes, Max.”

The Dutchman smiles at you, reaching out to tuck a stray curl behind your ear, and leans forward to press a multitude of chaste kisses on your lips, laughing lowly when you whine with displeasure as he ignores your attempts to deepen them. “You’re being so brave for me. Take your clothes off, pretty girl.”

Bare in the blink of an eye, you look at your older boyfriend for his next direction.

“Our Charlie,” Max starts, helping the fucked-out man sit up straight, “Has been so kind to volunteer his thigh to you. Strapped around it,” he pauses to slap his hand down beneath the toy, smirking at Charles’ delayed yelp, and squeezing the meat of his muscle warmly, “Is a ridged silicone pad designed to simulate the vulva and clit as you grind. The waves and spikes of silicone are malleable and soft,” Max drags his finger across them demonstratively, “and are smooth and bouncy as you slide across it, allowing for a continuous rubbing sensation—I did my research.”

Giggling nervously as your eyes flicker between Charles’ cock and the daunting pink slab of plastic, “I can tell. Um—I just ride it like it’s his thigh?”

Max nods and offers you his hand for stability as you move to straddle the pad. Charles blinks, raising trembling hands to rest on your hips, staring at you with hazy eyes. You sigh, tangling your hand in the nape of his hair and using it to pull him forward into a kiss. His lips are clumsy but eager as they move against yours, whimpers muffled into your mouth and beard scratching along your chin. He tries to tug you downwards to have you firmly sit on the pad but is halted by Max.

“Greedy, both of you,” Max snorts, picking up the forgotten bottle of lube and uncapping it to lightly drizzle some on the toy's surface, “I know you get wetter than the ocean but, better safe than sorry.”

He pats you on the ass in encouragement, and you shake your head with shame as you lower yourself down on the silicone, draping your arms around Charles’ shoulders and pausing to acquaint yourself with the new feeling. The chill of the lube startles you but aside from that, the toy is…comfortable. The raised hump sits perfectly against the curvature of your cunt and already, you’re anticipating the focused stimulation it will provide. 

Max sits behind Charles and the bed sinks under his weight, barely jostling the Monegasque’s thigh. However, it’s enough of a movement that it causes one of the soft spikes to clip your clit, pushing a quiet noise of surprise from your lips.

“Oh,” you murmur airily.

Trying to hide the quirk of his lips, Max leans forward to whisper directly into Charles’ ear, “This seems awfully familiar to the first time she rode my thigh, no?”

You whimper audibly, knowing that he purposefully spoke loud enough for you to hear his words. Refusing to fixate on Charles’ reply, you circle your hips, breath catching as the various textures set your nerves ablaze. You understand that Max added the lube to prevent any unwanted roughness—it’s rendered unnecessary as your arousal starts to leak. Digging your nails into the younger man’s back, you rock your hips back and forth slowly, moaning freely as the waves are a consistent friction against your labia. 

“It’s–fuck—i-it’s good.”

“Stuttering already,” Max tuts, and you feel the heat in your cheeks radiate down to your bouncing chest. Your rhythm roughens; dragging yourself along the toys in desperation, toes curling at every random press of the spikes against your outer lips and clit. Charles gasps in relief, your quickened pace causing his cock to bounce and rub against his abdomen in his puddle of precome. He gets lucky on every few grinds when you undulate forwards and his cock bounces to glide against your navel. His hands grip firmly around your hips and shove them into a jerkier motion, keeping you close to him so his reddened length can be soothed against your skin constantly. 

The change in angle and position has caused the spikes to form a barrage around your clit and the waves drag over your entrance, teasing you with the feeling of being opened up. Dropping your head to hide your face in Charles’ neck, you muffle your pitchy moans and shrieks by tasting the sweat beading on his skin.

“I’m jealous, schatje,” Max speaks, “I almost want to pull her off of your thigh and have her sit on my face.”

Fresh tears spill from Charles’ eyes as he begs, “N-no-no—mmmph—please, ‘m close.”

Your hips start to rabbit against the toy, and the texture between your legs is overwhelming but too pleasurable to consider slowing. 

Max yanks Charles’ head backward with a fist in his hair, “Do you want to cum, Charlie?”

The man in question babbles incoherently, chest trembling from lack of oxygen as he continues to sob; he tries to nod, but can’t, thanks to Max’s firm grip. The burning of his scalp doesn’t subdue him, it encourages him to keep tugging so the pain floods endorphins through his body. 

“You know what to say,” Max states calmly, the words sending shivers down your spine. Your own body starts to tingle as you taste your orgasm on the tip of your tongue; you’re too delighted at the new sensations to let any embarrassment build from reaching the edge quickly.

Charles struggles to get his tongue, lips, and vocal cords to cooperate. You see a frantic look light in his eyes, sure he’s trying to puzzle out what language he’s sane enough to communicate in. He manages to verbalize sounds that could be likened to Max’s name if you brush past his whimpers and cries.

“Plea–,” Charles tries to push the word out pitifully, “—ah, sss'il te pla—” his cock bumps against your navel, and his words cut off, eyes rolling back before he can finish begging.

A humorous laugh leaves Max; this is the easiest way Max has ever made the younger man lose his speech. He softens, and gives into the pillow prince, “You did so good, Charlie. You tried your hardest for me, yeah? You begged so prettily tonight, almost as pretty as you look. Such a good boy, Charles. You can cum.”

Strikingly, the approval works for both you and Charles. Twin cries of pleasure erupt as your orgasms blur your vision and burn through your muscles. The feeling of Charles’s cum splattering against your stomach sends another burst of light through your skin as you continue to grind fitfully on the silicone pad. A lake of wetness puddled on the poor man’s thigh, that squelches as you move. 

Charles is rendered silent as his cock continues to pulse even when the flow of his release ceases. Max brings his hand down to squeeze at his base and Charles releases a choppy scream as it pushes another couple of ribbons out of him. His hips thrust upwards with every string, forcing hisses of over sensitivity to slip from you as it drags the soaked pad against your cunt. You would happily crawl off his thigh, but you haven’t regained feeling in your legs yet. 

Thankfully, Charles deflates back into Max, his cock finally softening and slowly losing some of its flush. Tears start to leak from his eyes again, his chest shuddering through little sobs. You whimper softly at his tears and Max pulls you both to rest comfortably in the bed, as he shushes you two through the comedown. When the tears, shivers, and shakes halt, a pleased tilt of lips rises to Charles's face as his eyes dance between you and Max. 

The Dutchman unclips the toy from Charles’s thigh and smirks at the wet peeling noise that sounds.

“So…I assume this toy has your approval?”

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[azzifudd10]

Somewhere To Land

Chapter Two: The Ache We Can't Shake

Azzi – 7:28 a.m.

Eli was up before the sun.

Teething made him restless—he gnawed on everything, including Azzi’s sleeve, her fingers, the corner of a baby book, and once, her ponytail. She’d spent most of the night bouncing him on her hip, whispering lullabies through dry lips, too tired to cry and too wired to sleep.

By morning, she looked in the mirror and barely recognized herself.

Dark circles. Cracked lips. Shoulders slumped like someone twice her age. The girl who used to dance in the vet clinic hallways between appointments was gone. In her place stood someone who had forgotten how to laugh.

Eli finally settled in his playpen around 7:00, chewing furiously on a silicone giraffe.

And now Azzi just… waited.

She wasn’t sure why she expected Paige to show up again. People always said things in moments that felt good—comforting, impulsive. Rarely did they follow through.

But when her phone buzzed at 7:31, it was a text from an unfamiliar number.

Paige B: “What’s Eli’s favorite color? Asking for Target reasons.”

Azzi blinked. Then typed: Azzi: “He mostly drools on things. So… soft blue?”

A minute later: Paige B: “Perfect. Blue it is. See you soon.”

Azzi stared at the message. She hadn’t smiled yet today. But now, her lips twitched.

Damn her.

Paige – 8:45 a.m.

She held the giant Target bag in one hand and knocked with the other, bouncing on her toes. She didn’t want to look too eager, but truthfully? She was. Something about Azzi—gritty, beautiful, closed-off Azzi—was pulling at her like gravity.

The door opened slowly.

Azzi stood there in sweats and a headwrap, looking equal parts exhausted and annoyed. But she let Paige in without a word.

“Morning,” Paige offered, holding up the bag like a peace offering. “No loud plastic crinkles. Baby-safe packaging, per Google.”

Azzi looked inside and blinked. Teething rings, soft washcloths, pacifiers shaped like dinosaurs, and a small blue stuffed octopus.

“I didn’t ask for any of this.”

“You didn’t have to.”

Azzi sighed, but her voice softened. “Thank you.”

Eli, propped on a blanket, gurgled happily when he saw Paige. She bent down, gently ruffled his soft curls, and whispered, “Hey, little dude.”

Azzi watched the exchange, arms folded. “You know you don’t have to keep showing up.”

“I know,” Paige said. “But I want to.”

Azzi swallowed. That was the problem.

Azzi – 10:19 a.m.

Paige was perched on the floor, legs folded, letting Eli stack blocks on her knee like it was the world’s weirdest construction site.

Azzi sat on the couch, sipping lukewarm tea, trying to ignore how easily Paige fit into the space. How her laugh wasn’t intrusive. How Eli already liked her.

This was dangerous. Familiarity led to feelings. And feelings led to loss.

“You don’t have to play the hero,” Azzi said suddenly, sharper than intended.

Paige looked up. “What?”

“This isn’t some rescue mission, Paige. You’re not obligated to fix anything.”

“I know that.”

“Do you?”

Paige’s brow furrowed, but her voice stayed even. “I’m not here to fix anything. I’m here because I like you. And I like him. And you both deserve not to feel so alone.”

Azzi looked away. Her hands trembled slightly in her lap.

“I’m scared,” she admitted, voice barely a whisper.

Paige didn’t say anything. Just sat there, letting the silence stretch. Then quietly, “Me too.”

Paige – 11:12 a.m.

She stayed until Eli fell asleep in her arms, his tiny fingers curled in her jersey.

Azzi had disappeared into the bedroom for a bit, and Paige didn’t push. She just rocked gently, letting the silence fill the room.

When Azzi returned, her eyes were red, but her shoulders looked looser. She sat beside Paige, not saying a word. Just... sat.

“Do you ever feel like you’re failing?” she asked finally.

“All the time,” Paige said. “But I think that means you’re trying.”

Azzi nodded, staring at the baby. “She named him Elias after the prophet. Said he was going to change the world.”

Paige looked at her, the rawness in her voice cutting through her like a blade.

“Can I ask you something?” Paige said gently.

Azzi nodded.

“Do you want to talk about her? Tasha?”

Azzi flinched, but then… something softened in her eyes.

“Yeah,” she whispered. “Yeah, I do.”

Azzi – 12:36 p.m.

It was the middle of summer when she met Tasha.

They’d both been nineteen. Tasha had transferred into Azzi’s biology lecture and sat beside her unprompted. Five minutes in, she whispered, “You’re the only one who looks more bored than me.”

They’d been inseparable after that. Not romantically—just soul-deep close. The kind of friendship that felt like a second heartbeat. Tasha laughed like thunder and cooked like her grandmother taught her—loud music, lots of butter, and no measuring cups. She’d been six months into a situationship when she found out she was pregnant.

“He’s mine,” she told Azzi, hand on her belly. “Even if it’s just me, I’ve got this.”

And she did.

Until the night she didn’t come home.

Azzi shook the memory away. Paige was still sitting quietly across from her, hands in her lap, gaze gentle.

“I miss her so bad it makes my bones ache.”

“I know,” Paige said. “I can’t imagine. But I’m here.”

Azzi nodded, eyes stinging.

Paige didn’t try to hold her. She didn’t move closer. She just stayed.

Azzi didn’t want comfort that came too easily. She wanted presence.

And Paige—God help her—was giving it.

[k1ddiecat]

Littling tips from experience

I don't know if anyone who follows me needs this but it's been a few years now that I've embraced my small side and I've been thinking of compiling a list of things I've learned from experience (I'm ND and have a hard time doing things without knowing why). Especially for those of us who don't have an external caregiver (EC)

-Look at references for inspiration on how you can dress to feel more childish. Find a style and then chase it slowly as budget permits.

>Clothes

-Accessories and add-ons go a long way. Sometimes it's better to focus on finding clothes that fit and are comfy even though theyre simple. Simple is very fixable later with things like patches and other clothing layers

-Mind the materials of clothes. Figure out what feels the best and what you want to avoid.

-Get a meaauring tape and make and keep a record of your measurements for online clothes ordering.

>Pacifiers and Teethers

-Pacifier wipes make it much easier to keep them clean and clean before use. Worth it if affordable.

-Have something to keep them in thats easy to access ESPECIALLY if you live with unsupportives. I use a mug that has some paper towel or pacifier wipes at the bottom. I keep it on my nightstand and toss my paci in there when Im done using it and any passers by wouldn't get close enough to notice whats inside the mug. For more stealth get a taller cup.

-Try not to bite or chew on your pacifier. This is hard for me as I'm a stim chewer and silicone is my favorite :V but they really arent that durable.

-Maybe this is basic but make sure the size is right for you or your mouth will tire faster. A lot of the common adult size ones from Etsy run big due to the goals of the seller. I use Pacifierfixx pretty exclusively for their modest but adult size nipples and small sheilds which interfere less with my breathing

- Overalls have front pockets which are awesome for tucking pacis in. Excellent for those that live with unsupportives for a quick hiding place.

-You can also very easily get away with taking a pacifier with you into the movie theater by the way. If it's not crowded no one will see you with the lights off in there. Bonus; bring a teddy to sit with you and hold during the show.

>Bedtime

-Invest time into compiling audio to help sleep. Playlists and CD's of lullabyes, soft music are worth putting together. Peaceful visuals too.

-Create bedtime riutals and bother to keep them. Link bedtime subconciously with these rituals and not only will it help you sleep, it will help you go into bedtime with a positive attitude. Still working on this one myself.

>Diapers

-Diaper materials vary. I used to be clothback only due to them being better for my environment (hot weather, not very well climate controlled living space, close quarters with unsupportive people) and because I didn't like the crinkly shiny texture of the plasticbacks I'd encountered thus far. Now (more climate controlled living space, less tight quarters but still with unsupportives) I kinda lean towards plastic because I've found ones whose texture I enjoy. Also the level of crinkle varies between not only brand but model of diaper. Research beforehand is helpful along with ordering samples if you've got the money and patience.

-Get a changing mat. If you're not incontinent it doesn't need to be a "proper" waterproof one but you should have something you can use. Reason: it catches remnants of oil, cream, or powder if using and, if you lack an EC to change you, it's good to have under your feet or your bum when you take the diaper off.

-Whoever is changing you should wash hands after using a cream,oil, or powder BEFORE attatching the tapes. Tapes are finnicky. They will often only work once.

-If you do mess up the tapes, regular clear packing tape will help you. If it's still not totally secure I'd reccomend adding breif type underwear on top to keep it in place, obviously training pants will be your easiest to clean in case of a leak second to nylon and cotton last.

-Invest in suitable wipes especially if using your diaper. These are sold at drugstores with names like disposable washcloth/ cloth towel/ etc. Flushable wipes are not actually septic safe in quantities greater than one at a time and on top of that will fall apart more easily.

-Dispose of worn diapers with double bagging. Special medical disposal bags like those from Northshore make a great first layer bag especially if using, if you can spring for it. Otherwise this is a great time to use plastic grocery bags. Once double bagged try to get them to a dumpster asap. If you plan on starting diapers at all while living with unsupportives figure out before you even buy them where and when you can safely get them to a dumpster/bin that gets emptied into the truck directly

>Kitchen and Bathroom

-Invest in Bottle soap. If there is only one thing from this guide that you spring for, make it this. I think non littles should get some too. Not only is it unparalleled for breaking up milk and other hard to clean drink substances, but the gentle formula makes it much better than dish soap at washing out of the cup/bottle/etc without leaving a soapy taste. It's like 5 dollars and can last you a while.

-Keep a container or have a dedicated spot to keep dirty dishes/ bottles/ anything you don't want to leave in the dishwasher where unsuportives can see it. A designated spot makes it essier to remember to clean and all together means that when you get around to cleaning one thing, you'll likely clean them all.

- If you don't already, having foods that can help you take meds are a good idea. Pre-packaged is convenient and therefore motivating.

-If you have a little extra change, children's medicine and hygene products are good to keep on hand. Feeling little often combines with a desire to avoid adult stuff/adult life. Being able to choose the kid version will encourage you to take better care of yourself. Sometimes the kid's version is less effective at treating adult bodies but if it gets you to use it, it's better than nothing and, during times when you need to use the grown up stuff bribing with yummy food and drink via the last tip is a good way to 'trick' yourself into it.

-Look into what kids around the world eat and maybe find some new recipes that make you feel small while keeping things interesting.

>Recreation

- Make it easier. Go for the big crayons. Go for the simple crafts. Try the accessible versions of things whether you think you need it or not.

-Make it harder. Practice an alphabet or a language you aren't fluent in. Learn a more advanced version of something that interested you as a kid. It may not seem to be very regressive to work hard but bio kids try their best generally speaking. Sometimes it's good to remember what it was like to be new at things.

-Interact with other littles. This is a big one. Many irl events for littles are completely sfw, not hookup or dating spaces, and almost every single person I've met through these spaces are in it primarily or exclusively as a lifestyle aka they are age regressors by a different name. The practice of being a sfw little predates the internet 'age regression' subculture by a long while. There are a lot more of us out there than you may realize.

-Moodboards are good but it's healthy to see people of all shapes, sizes, ages, backgrounds etc. embracing their inner child. Especially if you have body dysmorphia about having a grown up body. Intentionally expose yourself to photos of other littles making the best of the body they have.

[puppys-tiny-space]

🩷How to paci pt. 1🩷

°×~.This post will be all about purchasing pacis, how to do it, how to pick the right kind, recommendations for shops, tips on what to look out for and terminology.~×°

Step 1. Terminology

Paci- adult pacifier. Teet- the mouthpiece

Centerpiece- a charm or image on the button of the pacifier

Gen 1/2 etc.- refers to the shape of the paci

Base- used with deco pacis to refer to kind of paci that will be decorated

Custom- a decorated pacifier made just for you

Deco level- how heavily the pacifier will be decorated

2. How to pick the right kind

°×~.There are lots of things to watch out for when choosing your pacifier, from shape to color to mouthpiece and brand. I explained all of the common ones here.~×°

Gen 1- these pacis are the ones you can see on top in the image with terminology, they have a comfortable sensory input and are the most common shape, you can get them almost anywhere and they are often the cheapest option, they can come in lots of colors and with a lot of teets

Gen 2- these pacifiers look a little like bones, and come in quite a few colors but not as many as gen 1 and they come exclusively with the clear teets

Gen 3- these pacifiers look a lot like classic mam pacifiers and come in quite a few colors but they are only sold by little for big which makes me recommend not to purchase them as to not support this brand

Bear bases- these bear shaped bases from land of genie are adorable, they have a great sensory input just like the others and come with a clear teet but only a selection of colors, plus they are very accessible as they can be found on Amazon

Butterfly bases- these bases are similar to hen 1 pacia but the little holes at the top of the shield resemble fairy/butterfly wings, they are also from land of genie and come with a clear teet

Moon bases- these bases from land of genie are some of my favorites, they come with a clear teet and resemble gen 3 bases but with a handle

Baby your doll bases- these round vintage looking bases are beautiful and come with a long beige silicone teet, they are exclusively sold by baby your doll and really comfortable

Silicone bear paci- this is a full silicone paco sold by baby your doll which comes in a few colors, has the same length mouth piece as the round ones and the "shield" part resembles bear

Round bases- these bases are the dupe version of the baby your doll pacifiers and visually very similar for the small detail of having 3 holes except 4 and some plastic dots on the handle, they also come with a different teet which is a lot shorter than the usual one

Smile pop bases- these bases look a little like a version of the gen 1 if it was drawn from memory and is super cute and very comfortable, they can be bought from smile pop or over resellers and come with a clear teet in a range of colors

No handle bases- these bases are sold by the same company as the smile pop bases and the same resellers, they come in the same colors and with a clear teet, they have a very unique shape and are very comfortable

Heart hole bases- these pacis look similar to grn 1 bases with a bigger button and heart shaped holes, they are very cute and comfortable and come with a clear teet which is different in shape to the normal clear ones, it doesn't deflate in these bases and is longer, they come in a range of colors and are sold by cutie plus you

Butterfly bases 2- these bases look like very classic baby pacifiers sized up, I have yet to try them but they come with lots of colors and prints and are very pretty and come with the same teet

Small shield bases 1- these bases resemble classic baby pacifiers in shape and size and come with a clear adult teet in lots of colors, they are comfortable and cute

Small shield bases 2- these bases look like classic baby pacifiers in shape and size, come in a range of colors and with a clear teet, some of them even have a print, you can get them on things like AliExpress and over resellers

Full silicone pacis- lil comforts sell full silicone pacis in two shapes and lots of colors, they are very pretty but u have yet to try them I do hear they are great for chewing

3. How to order a deco paci

°×~.Ordering a paci or other item can be overwhelming and scary so here is a small guide to walk you through the process.~×°

Step one- find a shop you like the style of, that has good reviews and the center pieces you like

Step two- message the shop about the pacifier you would like to purchase, if you want a custom make sure they are currently open for those kind of orders

Step three- now you and the seller will discuss details like shipping price, payment options and details if you are ordering a custom

Step four- now it's time to be patient, most shops are a small business so it may take some time to complete and/or ship out your order, it's okay to ask if you have waited longer than they said but be respectful, they are a person too

Step five- open up your package and enjoy, don't forget to leave a review and let the seller know you received your item

4. What to watch out for

°×~.when picking the shop you want to buy from you have to be careful about a few things, here is a list of important stuff to look out for. Don't be shy to ask people for their experience.~×°

Does the shop have good reviews?

Can you find photos of customers with their items?

Do you know someone who worked with the shop before, what was their experience?

Does the shop have a history of positive reviews and happy customers?

5. Shop recommendations

°×~.You can find all of these shops on instagram.~×°

@pacisbybunny an adorable shop from the UK with beautiful pieces and great customer service, you can also use my code 'bunnybab' for a discount 🐰

@littlestcreations another great shop from the UK with fast service, super cute items and one of the sweetest owners 🩰

@cozypacicorner an amazing shop from my darling sibby based in France with unique design, amazing communication and you can use my code 'bunnybab' for a discount 🍼

@kittyscutecollections a sweet shop from the UK with fast shipping, good customer service and a big array of pacifier bases 🦄

🧃You can also always message me here or on Instagram about a custom pacifier as I love to create them every now and then!🧃

Fun fact of the day: pumpkins count as berries

[the-wisteria-library]

Hiccup AgeRe Headcanons

(Minor spoilers!)

—Hiccup is a little!

—Hiccup's primary regression age is 0-1. He's baby.

—Hiccups primary Caregiver is Toothless and Stoick! Snotlout, The twins, and Astrid babysit occasionally!

—The only time Snotlout pulls his head out of his butt is when Hiccup regresses. Their frenemy schick gets put on hold. Who beefs with a baby afterall?

—Ruffnut and Tuffnut always end up fighting over which one of them Baby Hiccup likes more, which often leads to Astrid having to do the actual babysitting part. Spoiler alert; Baby Hiccup is too small to even tell the twins apart.

—Whenever Toothless thinks Hiccup is small, he'll take off his tail-fin thing as a sign Toothless thinks Hiccup is small. Toothless is literally never wrong.

—Remember that end-battle scene in the first movie when Toothless had Hiccup wrapped in his wings? Yea baby Hiccup refuses to sleep unless in that position. It's like a weighted blankie but scaly!

—Hiccup makes his own gear, it took a few attempts, and his first paci fell apart, but after tweaking it, he now has a fully functional paci! Not a traditional pacifier per-se, it's not plastic and silicone but wood and rubber! Hiccup custom wood-burned a picture of Toothless in the shield of the pacifier.

—Hiccup often has nightmares of that fight in the dragon's nest, Stoick is one of the only ones able to get Hiccup soothed after one of those night terrors. Similarly, when Hiccup gets phantom-limb it's nearly impossible to get him to calm down. It hurts okay? Gobber taught Stoick and Toothless how to do Mirror Therapy. (For those that don't know, Mirror therapy, a non-pharmacological technique, uses the visual illusion of movement in the missing limb to potentially reduce phantom limb pain, by viewing the reflection of the intact limb while attempting to move the phantom limb.)

@embers-of-song-agere

[chilling-seavey]

Winter Warmers: Day 23 — Vibrator & Stockings

↳ Summary: It's Christmas morning and George had slipped an adult gift into your stocking

↳ Word Count: 788

↳ Warnings: Mentions of sex toys and suggestive themes in unideal situations. George thinks he's funny and cheeky and clever

↳ Winter Warmers Prompt List | The Way It Goes Masterlist

The living room was a mess of scrapped wrapping paper and ribbons and new toys, your little family sitting amongst the mess on the floor with the coffee table pushed out of the way. Christmas morning was always a mess of blissful chaos, time frozen by the magic of the season that had revitalized itself in your heart since having children. It was the innocence of it all; seeing the world from the eyes of your little ones without having yet been tainted by the cruel presence of adult reality. 

You housed a content smile as you watched your son finish opening his stocking, the pile of chocolates and little trinkets and gifts scattered around him on the floor. Although you and George shared the responsibility of shopping for your children, your own stockings were a complete surprise: filled by each other to open on Christmas morning. George gestured to you next and your little family watched as you started to take out things from your stocking. It always impressed you how good of a shopper he was; he always knew exactly what to get you. 

Amongst the standard chocolate, he had tucked in a new pair of cozy reading socks, a gift card to your favourite restaurant, a few scented soaps from that store in the city you really liked, a magazine or two, a few little things to aide with your hobbies…he just always got everything right. Your son and daughter—at seven and four, respectfully—watched on politely even if they were itching to start playing with their presents. You moved quickly to pacify them, finally reaching for the last thing. 

The modest white box fit easily in your hand, donning the unmissable rich pink logo at the top: Pink Cherry. Your eyes widened as you skimmed over the image of the sex toy that was in the box you were currently holding in front of your children. An image of the sleek slightly curved silicone in a dark navy colour with a circular head beneath one end took up most of the front of the box. The label read: ‘The Womanizer Clitoral Air Stimulator’. George let out a small snort he tried to hide as if knowing exactly what he did. 

Your immense shock had your children suddenly interested. Your son peeked over to try and get a better look at the box, “What is it?!”

You quickly held it to your chest to keep him from seeing it, even if he wouldn’t understand, answering quickly, “It’s a massager.”

“I wanna see!” your daughter added, crawling across the rug for a glimpse too.

Holding the box behind your back and out of sight, you shot your husband a glare and a sharp warning under your breath, “George William Russell.”

“Oh, not the full name.” he chuckled, a slight pink to his cheeks and yet he still replied cheekily, “You don’t like the massager, love?”

“No, it’s lovely.” you said politely, “Thank you.”

George distracted the kids with one of their new toys to get them to leave you and your poor blushing face alone for a moment. With them playing together across the living room, stockings now done, George scooted over beside you and rested against the front of the couch with you on the rug. 

“There’s something wrong with you, you know that?” you told him, your tone only half-serious, voice low to not be heard by your children.

“Your other vibrator died…you were in need of a replacement.” George reminded you cooly. 

“Yeah, and that’s nice, but gifting it to me in front of our children?” 

George shrugged smugly and tucked an arm around your shoulders, “They don’t understand.”

“Maybe not, but they’re going to think back to this moment in fifteen years and be hit with a horrifying sense of realization.” you insisted. 

“They’ll be fine.” George brushed it off with an irritating sense of reassurance. 

He then rested his head against yours while his other hand reached down to turn the box to face the two of you so he could see it too. There was a pause between you as you both stared at it with the background of your childrens’ noisy playing. You pursed your lips amidst the strange balance of annoyance and amusement at his cheeky gift. 

“That’s the right one, that?” asked George. 

“Yeah,” you flipped over the box to read the details on the back, “I think it’s one up from the one I had actually.”

“Good. Only the best for my lady.” George gushed and pressed a kiss to your temple before resting his head down against the same spot. After a beat, he asked, “Wanna take it on a test run tonight?”

“George William.”

“What?!”

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[b4by-bee]

Your Pacifier and You

Hello, all! Whether you call them pacifiers, pacis, binkies, dummies, suckees, or anything else, a lot of regressors use them, and I know that sometimes, it's hard to find information about them and how to take care of them, disassemble them, etc etc. Most of the information I've found has been from confused people asking questions. So I thought, since I've had to learn this all by myself, I'd make a comprehensive guide to help out regressors and caregivers alike! Hopefully, someone finds this helpful!

What makes up a pacifier?

Let's start with the basics! A standard adult pacifier is made up of 4 parts; a shield, a button, a ring/handle, and a teat/nipple.

There's some unique designs out there, of course, but this is the typical one you'll find for sale.

The teat is the part that, since it goes into your mouth, will be worn out the fastest, so it's worth learning about it, in case you need to replace it. The one pictured here is a latex Nuk 5 (my mouth is a little smaller). TYPICALLY, you will receive a silicone Nuk 6. They come in many different sizes, and you can get some REALLY big ones! Between the two, silicone is more durable and lasts much longer, but latex is a bit softer, so neither is better, it's up to personal preference and what's available in the size you want! Obviously also be wary of latex allergies.

Where do I find one?

Unfortunately, these aren't usually something you'll find in a store. But fortunately, you'll find lots of places online selling them! My personal favorites are Etsy (all kinds of small business with something unique), My Inner Baby (good variety and actually has Nuk 5s for sale), and Pacifier Addict (good variety and almost exclusively pacifiers), but there's tons more websites online! Though, I always recommend to look at them when you aren't regressed, or getting someone else bigger to look for you if you can, because sometimes they have NSFW things, too. Always be careful! Most will have discreet shipping, but it's always worth a quick message or email to check if you're not sure!

I have my pacifier now! How do I take care of it?

Pacifiers are something that, to a regressor who uses them, are very special. And it's always good to take care of something you care about! The best ways (besides being careful with any paint or decorations) to take care of it are cleaning it, and storing it.

Ideally, you should clean it before and after you use it every time. Buuuuuut that's not always possible, and sometimes just tedious and boring. So, I would recommend getting some pacifier wipes, or even just baby wipes (just make sure they are fragrance free, and ideally without any lotions), giving it a quick wipe, and then using it, and just taking it apart to clean once a week or so, or if you drop it or notice it's really dirty. As long as you do that, and store it well when you aren't using it, you should be a-OK!

Alternatively, as long as there's no decorations held in place by glue, you CAN boil it. But that's not really necessary, just warm water and dish soap is enough!

How should I store it?

Storing a pacifier is important to keeping it safe when you aren't using it! There's lots of ways to do it, but I'll just share a few, as well as what's good and bad about them all!

1: Denture case. These are usually cheap and easy to find (I got mine at Walmart), and come with a little dunker that can make for easy cleaning! You can also paint them to look however you want, like I have here! (just make sure it's non-toxic paint and has some sort of clear coat to seal it if it'll get wet). The downside is that it's bulkier and less discreet, but can still be passed off as something to hold small trinkets

2. A commercial pacifier holder. You'll find this in the baby section of stores. This is helpful to clip on the outside of a bag. This one says it holds 2 pacifiers, and is juuuust big enough to hold 1 adult sized one. The downsides are that it'll bend the teat, making it wear out quicker, and isn't a great seal, so dust might still get in

3. Folding sunglasses case. I found this at Dollar Tree, and it's the perfect size! It zips completely closed, so no dust will get in. You will have to bend the teat, though, which wears it out faster.

4. Secret pocket in a stuffed animal. By far the cutest option, I've got Koibito-chan here modeling this option! This can be a fun way to hide one, and most people don't think to look in a stuffed animal, so it's the sneakiest! And you can make the pocket as big or small as you like, so no worries about bending anything! But you may need to use a mesh bag or something to prevent fibers and hairs from getting all over the teat, and it can be stressful to do surgery on a stuffed animal. But if this one appeals to you, I'll link a tutorial. I used velcro for the pocket on mine. Just be careful when sewing!

There's lots more ways to store them, but hopefully, this gives you a good idea of what to look for in a storage space. Some Etsy stores even offer to include a storage box with one!

I want to clean it/the teat deflated/I need to replace the teat, etc! How do I take it apart?

This is the one I've seen the most confusion on, but don't worry! It's got a trick to it, but once you know the trick, it's really easy to do! Generally, you'll only need to take it apart to clean or if the teat deflates (which happens sometimes!)

Step 1: Pull on where the ring connects to the button on one side, until it pulls free. BE GENTLE, there are very tiny plastic parts that can snap if you aren't

Step 2: Move it away from the hole, and now pull the OTHER side. BE GENTLE AGAIN, those little plastic tabs can snap, and they hold the whole thing together!

Step 3: Once the ring is free, pull on the button, and it should come right out.

Step 4: Pull the teat off the button. And now it's completely apart!

To reassemble, just follow the steps backwards! Putting the teat back on the button might give you a little trouble until you're used to it, but just use a long fingernail or a thin, blunt tool to push it into place, as long as it isn't sharp!

How to know when something needs to be replaced

Generally, the plastic parts of your pacifier should last you forever! Only replace those if something is broken on them. The teat, however, gets a LOT of use, especially if you use your pacifier often. If you use it every day, it's not a bad idea to plan to replace the teat every year. But regardless of timing, make sure to replace the teat if:

-You notice any discoloration

-There's a weird smell

-There's a weird taste

-There's a weird texture

-The shape doesn't seem right

For example, these are 3 of mine. The left is brand new latex, just came in today and hasn't even been used. Some are already cloudy, and some are clear, so just keep in mind what's normal for yours. The middle one is one I've had for a bit, so it's a little cloudy, but it's still fine, it just needs to be replaced soon, in the next month or two. And the right is an older latex one. It's a lot cloudier, and feels rough when I suck on it, so it needs to be replaced before I should use it again.

Anything else to keep in mind?

-If you fall asleep with yours, or drop it a lot, look into a pacifier clip! It'll keep it from falling on the ground and getting too dirty, and it looks cute!

-Be careful with any materials you use to decorate it, and then be careful with the decorations! Make sure it's non-toxic since it'll be close to your mouth, and don't use too much heat when cleaning it if there's glue!

-You can have as many or as few as you like. If you only want one (or none!), that's okay! If you want a new one every day, that's okay, too! There's no rules about it. Just make sure you take care of yourself before worrying about getting one! You don't wanna buy one and then not have enough money for yummy snacks!

-Be careful if you live with family, roommates, or anyone else who wouldn't approve or you just don't want to know. Make sure it's well hidden if you need to, or skip out on one until you live somewhere else if it wouldn't be safe. Worry about your safety first and foremost!

-You CAN use ones for actual babies, but it can hurt your teeth if you do, so I still recommend getting an adult sized one, or at least one you can swap the teat with.

That's all I have on a guide! Hope this was helpful, and I hope you have a good day today!

[wendigoruble]

General Franco HCs!

SFW, but still put under the cut since it's a long post!

Franco doesn't enjoy drinking anything that tastes bitter or alcoholic. This is why he loves his wolf's milk because it covers up the taste (among the other perverse reasons why he likes it). He only ever takes straight alcohol if he has to drink around other people, and he hates it. Getting drunk helps, but the taste makes him grimace.

He enjoys chocolate and suckers, specifically blowpops, but not because of the gum. He doesn't like gum. The size of the blowpop just fits his mouth well, and he can spend a long time on just one.

He swears in Italian a lot and will speak Italian during work as an extra cover so certain people don't know what he's saying.

He sucks his thumb when he sleeps as opposed to sucking on his pacifier. While his pacifier helps him calm down when he's stressed, sucking his thumb helps him sleep.

His pajamas are either whatever he happens to be wearing at the time, just a pair of pants, or on the extremely rare occasion (when he's being extra) full silk pajamas because they feel nice on his skin.

He once went on a pissed off rampage around the people that work for him because he had forgotten where he put his pacifier. This is why he wears it around his neck at all times now, even when going to work.

On the same note, sometimes carrying out assassinations is stressful, and he'll be sucking on his pacifier while delivering a shot from lupara. Or doing drug trades when he doesn't have access to cigarettes or a proper cigar.

He enjoys a lavished lifestyle style which includes frivolous purchases, nice cars, and even nicer clothes. This is also why I hc him to keep himself well groomed. He needs to compensate for his shortcomings and appear as desirable as possible for the people he tries to pick up.

He frets a lot over his appearance and spends time either being pissed off at his own reflection or staring at it in silent shame. This is why he pays so much money to get with the working girls.

In spite of his looks, he does carry the "strangely charismatic" aura about him due to the faux confidence. He'll puff out his chest, be loud and pushy, all in hopes to be perceived a certain way. And it works!

He gets frequent headaches due to his deformation and has breathing problems that are exacerbated by his smoking and drinking. He needs to go to a fucking hospital.

Compliments and flattery are the way to his heart (or to keep you from being killed).

He does have times of regression, but those are extremely private moments that no one knows about. (Everyone knows they're just too scared to say anything). Usually, when he comes back from brothels, he takes a good 3-5 hours of alone time.

He tends to sit on the floor and rock while muttering to himself. Sometimes, he just curls up and falls asleep on the floor. Other times, he'll cuddle up with a pillow because he doesn't have a teddy.

In his room, hidden away among his things, he keeps a bottle. Sometimes, he drinks out of it. Other times, he just wants to hold it and chew on the silicone tip. It adds to the feeling of helplessness.

Either he has made an imaginary mother in his head, or he's desperate for that connection, but his muttering often consists of telling his mom about his day.

"I blew his head clean off... No more rat. I did that. I did it, ma... Oh, I knew you'd be proud of me. Mommy's always proud of me.. Mommy loves me."