A pacifier for a baby of the type having a rigid shield, further comprising: a nipple； and a plug for securing the nipple to the rigid shield. The pacifier comprises a shock absorbing feature disposed on an outer facing portion of the pacifier, for absorbing a shock in the event that the baby falls forward. In exemplary embodiments, the shock absorbing feature comprises a resilient member disposed between a plug base and plug head； a resilient loop-shaped member； or a pillow-like member.
