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#AskTheExpert how to stop finger sucking in babies.. have tried everything- giving gentle reminder, making her understand politely, giving comfort to her
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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy2 years agoA. Positive reinforcement and encouragement. Praise your child for stopping at times and reward him or her with extra playtime.
Consistency. Offer gentle reminders to stop.
Find other coping and soothing skills. Help your child learn other coping and soothing skills, such as a pillow to squeeze.
A chat with the child’s dentist or pediatrician. Sometimes, having your child chat with his or her doctor about why it’s important to stop finger sucking is more effective than a talk with mom or dad.
Don’t scold or criticize. Try not to put too much pressure on your child to break the habit. Pressure can create stress and lead to more finger sucking.
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