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).
When to avoid the pacifier. If you observe any of the following problems, it would be a good idea to discontinue pacifier use, at least until the problem is resolved: 1  Pacifier use reduces your babyâs frequency or duration of feeds (newborns should be nursing at least 8 to 12 times a day).