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Pros & Cons\n\n### Pros\n* High Acceptance Rate: SkinSoft Silicone feels natural to most babies.\n* Supports Oral Health: Designed to encourage healthy dental development from the start.\n* Prevents Skin Irritation: Thoughtful shield design protects delicate baby skin.\n* Convenient Hygiene: Self-sterilising case simplifies cleaning, especially on the go.\n* Easy for Baby to Hold: Integrated button helps babies grasp and parents attach clips.\n\n### Cons\n* Age Specific: Primarily designed for newborns (typically 0-2 months), requiring a size upgrade as the baby grows.\n* Material Preference: While highly accepted, some babies may still prefer other materials or shapes.\n* Regular Replacement Needed: Soothers require replacement every 1-2 months for hygiene and safety.

The MAM Start Soother is engineered to provide comfort and promote healthy development from day one. Its SkinSoft Silicone teat closely mimics the feel of a mother's skin, making it highly familiar and comforting for newborns. This familiarity helps ease the transition to soother use, especially during fussiness or sleep times.\n\nThe symmetrical teat is a key feature for oral health. Its design ensures it always sits correctly in the baby's mouth, regardless of orientation, reducing pressure on the developing jaw and supporting proper tooth alignment. This is crucial during the early stages of development.\n\nFor practicality, the easy-to-grasp button allows both baby and parent to handle the soother with ease. Parents can quickly attach a soother clip to prevent loss, while babies can practice their fine motor skills. The curved shield and large air holes are vital for preventing common issues like skin irritation or rashes around the mouth, by allowing air circulation and reducing moisture buildup.\n\nOne of the most significant advantages for busy parents is the self-sterilising travel case. This innovation means you can sterilise the soothers quickly and effectively in a microwave without needing a separate steriliser. Simply add 25ml of water to the case with the soothers, heat for 3 minutes at 750-1000W, and let it cool. This makes it ideal for use at home or while traveling, ensuring your baby's soothers are always hygienic.

Initial Setup\nBefore first use, wash thoroughly in warm soapy water, rinse, and then sterilise the soother.\n\n### Compatibility\n* Age: This 'Start' range soother is specifically designed for newborns, typically 0-2 months. Ensure you select the appropriate size for your baby's age and developmental stage.\n* Soother Straps: The soother's button is designed to be compatible with most standard soother straps and clips.\n\n### Care & Maintenance\n1. Daily Cleaning: Wash the soother frequently in warm soapy water. Rinse thoroughly with clean water.\n2. Sterilisation: Sterilise regularly, especially for newborns.\n * Using the Self-Sterilising Travel Case: Add 25ml of water to the case, place soothers inside, close lid, and microwave for 3 minutes (750-1000W). Allow to cool for 5 minutes.\n * Other Methods: You can also sterilise by boiling in water for 5 minutes (do not exceed 5 minutes) or using a steam steriliser.\n3. Inspection: Always inspect the soother carefully before each use. Pull the soother in all directions. Discard at the first sign of damage or weakness.\n4. Replacement: For hygiene and safety, soothers should be replaced every 1-2 months, or sooner if they show any signs of wear.\n5. Storage: Store soothers in a dry, covered container. Do not expose them to direct sunlight or heat, or leave them in disinfectant for longer than recommended, as this may weaken the teat.