Utility is an economic term for a person's overall well-being and satisfaction. Consumers play a role in the economy by maximizing utility, which means allocating their scarce resources, such as limited time or money, most efficiently. Utility maximization is different for every person.
You can start using it right away but it was suggested to us by our midwives to hold off until 6 weeks as pacifier use can mess with their breastfeeding latch (it's a different kind of sucking).
Time it right. Wean your baby from a pacifier after 6 months old, when the risk of SIDS drops and ear infections become more likely. If you want to help him give it up slowly, try to limit it to nap time or sleep only, Sexton says. Also, try not to wean when other life changes occur.