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Mom of a 6 yr 9 m old boy6 years ago

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can I use gloves for a month old baby to avoid sucking of his fingers?

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ExpertDr. Pandurang sawantPaediatrician6 years ago

A. Yes sure Can use hand gloves No problem Thumb or funger sucking is so common at this age and no need to worry for the same Exclusive breast feed ur baby till 6months of age.

Vritika AroraMom of a 9 yr 4 m old boy6 years ago

A. you can put soft cotton mittens on the hands to avoid the baby from sucking the thumb. give silicone teethers or toys without sharp edges to the baby. keep on saying no to the baby repeatedly. make sure that the baby is well fed.

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