#asktheexperts hello doctor my 5 month 10 days old daughter sucks her finger most of the time she used to feed 5 or 6 min in 2 hours or sometimes in 3 hours. How to get rid of her sucking problem and is she feeding properly. thanks

1 Answer

ExpertDr. Minal AcharyaNutritionist3 years ago

A. Dear mum, sucking of fingers is part of the growing up process, do not worry. If your baby is active, alert and passing urine more than 7 times in 24 hours then feeding is sufficient.

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