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Guardian of a 4 yr 4 m old girl3 years ago

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Can i allow my 5 months old baby to suck her fingers? She is habituated to it and if i stop her she gets irritated. Please suggest what should i do?

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ExpertDr Priyanka KalraObstetrician and Gynaecologist3 years ago

A. ypu can put gloves on it. see only the doctor who can see you in person can judge what is the right status. best to trust heryou have to do a few more tests and a scan after a local doctor advice for proper treatment

RashmiMom of a 11 yr old girl3 years ago

A. Give teether To your child figure or something I think maybe your child is having its teeth which is why your child is behaving like this in general also this habit is not good obviously you cannot encourage you try to stop it try keep trying

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