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Mom of a 6 yr 4 m old girl2 years ago

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#asktheexperts how to stop finger sucking in 3 years 5 months old toddler. she sucks her fingers only during night to sleep and while traveling in car

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Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children2 years ago

A. Thumb sucking in infants is a very normal phenomenon and its called mouthing reflex and nothing to be worried about it just maintain proper hygiene and with time this thing will go . In the toddlers thumb sucking habit is also seen many a times which could be phycfeeological cause and feeling of insecurity or some stress . Just try to make the child comfortable and divert in some activities alsro spend good time with the child . In extreme case withdrawal can be tried with some solution available which are bitter like femite lotion . It needs to be applied locally .

POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 6 m old boy2 years ago

A. Use positive reinforcement. Praise your child or provide small rewards — such as an extra bedtime story or a trip to the park — when he or she isn't thumb sucking. ...Identify triggers. ...Offer gentle reminders.

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