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Father of a 3 yr 4 m old boy3 years ago

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#asktheexperts My son is sucking his fingers but when trying to feed he doesn't drink milk.

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Ankita MehtaMom of a 9 yr 4 m old girl3 years ago

A. hi yes , babies do this. so as far as your child gains enough weight, looks happy and active , passes urine at least 7 or 8 times in a day ,no need to worry. try different feeding positions. give feeds at gap of 2 or 3 hours.

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