SILICONE PACIFIER & TEETHER HYBRID
Pacifiers designed to double as teethers.
Brand: Munchkin
Launch: 2020
“Designed to relieve sore gums with every chew. ”
Teething babies gnaw on everything they can get their hands on — including their beloved pacifiers. That's why Munchkin created a multitasking soother that's easy on baby's gums, in pastels that are easy on the eyes. The Sili-Soothe & Teethe Silicone Pacifier & Teether set includes two durable, multi-textured pacifiers that soothe sore gums with their uniquely ridged surface. Made from 100% food grade silicone in aesthetically pleasing tones, the one-piece design is safe for even the tiniest teethers to chew. The pacifiers' ability to pull double duty means less clutter and longer usefulness, too — making it a smart and practical addition to your nursery essentials list.
Problem Statement
Traditional pacifiers were never meant to endure teething. Once babies begin gnawing, soft nipples can tear or detach, which has led to past recalls over choking hazards. Parents are often forced to take pacifiers away too early, leaving babies without comfort during a critical stage.
Key Features
All over texture to help soothe gums
Made of durable, 100% food grade silicone
Lightweight. Durable. One-piece.
PROCESS
DEVELOPMENT
RESEARCH
Studied pacifier safety issues, parental needs, and teething behaviors to identify design gaps.
IDEATION
Explored concepts that merge pacifier comfort with teether durability through sketches and prototypes.
2D SKETCH
Explored form and function through quick sketches to visualize early ideas.
PROTOTYPING (HAND SCULPTING)
Partnered with an external sculptor to refine proportions and tactile details.
3D CAD
Developed precise digital models to define geometry and ensure manufacturability.
COLLABORATE WITH ENGINEERS
Worked closely with engineers to create DFM solutions, resolved technical constraints and met safety standards.
SAMPLE MAKING
Created samples directly from tooling to evaluate design and production readiness.
CMF
Reviewed and tested samples, implemented refinements, and validated performance.
TESTING
Reviewed and tested samples, implemented refinements, and validated performance.
APPROVAL & PRODUCTION
Finalized the design for approval and transitioned into mass production.
Market Differentiation
Bridges a gap between pacifier-only and teether-only products.
Addresses real incidents where traditional pacifiers posed hazards.
Extends pacifier usability into the teething stage, reducing product turnover.
ACCOMPLISHMENT
