March 10, 2008

For the Mouths of Babes

Natursutten Pacifiers

To pacify or not to pacify: That is the question.

While you ponder, there’s the worry-free Natursutten.

The Danish-pedigreed sucker has an unmistakable, safety-driven aesthetic. A large shield to discourage gobblers. A pared-down, insignia-free design. Softer than silicone, more natural than any bink on the market, able to calm a howling infant with a single suck.

Molded in one piece of squishy, BPA- and latex-free rubber, the pacifier comes in comfy round and orthodontic shapes. With no hard-to-clean crannies, it can be easily sterilized in boiling water. Toss after four or five weeks or when it discolors.

And rest easy: It will biodegrade.

Peace be with you.

Available online at generationorange.com.

CELEBRATE
20th Annual Pi Day
What: Eat pie, make Pi art, or talk Pi with resident scientists at the annual geek-down.
Why: It’s never-ending fun.
When: Fri., 1-3:30 p.m. Pi procession starts at 1:59 p.m.
Where: Exploratorium, 3601 Lyon St., at Jefferson St. (415-397-5673).

SEE
Pinocchio
What: Last chance to catch this slapstick Commedia dell’Arte retelling of a plaintive puppet’s tale.
Why: The nose knows.
When: Sat. & Sun., 1 & 3:30 p.m.
Where: Young Performers Theatre, Fort Mason Ctr., bldg. c (415-346-5550).

AMBLE
Children’s Storytime and Family Walk
What: Listen to Jackie French’s tale of wombat-style digging, eating, and sleeping followed by a tyke-paced walk through the botanical gardens.
Why: City Mouse, meet Country Mouse.
When: Sun. 10:30 a.m.
Where: Helen Crocker Russell Library of Horticulture, 9th Ave., at Lincoln Way, GG Park (415-661-1316 ext. 303).