A.S.
I am sorry about the lack of sleep that this is going to bring on. I have to agree with trying to feed him just a little more right before you lay him down,try just an ounce. I would not necessarily recommend keeping the pacifier proped; once he has quieted gently pull at the paci (even if he still sucking) if he sobs leave it but if he stays asleep remove it from his crib, this will help from becoming an all night habit. I agree it is suggested that it helps out with SIDS so don't just disregard the paci in hopes to break the habit. When my son was still in the infant stages he did the same thing but thank fully gave up the paci well before a year. I hope this helps and good luck.