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Mom of a 4 yr 9 m old boy4 years ago

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#AskTheExpert My baby is 2 and a half month old, he sucks his hands even though his stomach is full.. and if I offer him breastmilk he cries.. why he does like that??

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Dr GhouseGuardian of 3 children4 years ago

A. the baby is two months of age if baby is sucking the fingers frequently it is not a sign of hunger it is only stimulatory mechanism babies will be doing and not habit forming

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Lovleena MishraMom of 2 children4 years ago

A. You can give toys teether to baby to avoid infections.

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Author of questionMom of a 4 yr 9 m old boy4 years ago

A. Is pacifier safe as it can cause infection. and He cries when he sucks his hands

Lovleena MishraMom of 2 children4 years ago

A. Sucking on his fingers is a way of handling a lot of stimulation - new people, noise, etc. Sucking reminds him that he is safe. When a baby is bored, he or she tends to suck on their fingers particularly when the baby wants to play and there is no one to play with him. Babies suck on thumb to soothe themselves or calm themselves down. The baby may be exploring his body parts or the world around him. Distract him by giving a toy. You can give a pacifier after each feed. Spend more time with your little one.

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