#asktheexperts My baby is 3.5 months old & he puts his thumb & fingers in the mouth frequently. If i forbid him he starts crying. I concerned that It might be become his habit. Should i allow him or not?

1 Answer

ExpertDr Mahesh PatilPaediatrician2 years ago

A. Hello, your baby boy is 3.5 months old and he is putting his hands in his mouth so it’s not a serious problem but it’s a mouthing in process which is very normal

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