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Mom of a 3 yr 7 m old boy3 years ago

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Hello, my son is 4 months old, he starts sucking of thumb. is it normal? if yes. till what age he can so the same? and at this time do I need to try for him to stop sucking his thumb?

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Dr GhouseGuardian of 3 children3 years ago

A. normal in the baby y b cxAnd further it is also advisable to consult your local doctor for appropriate examination and for any investigations if required and to take appropriate medicines depending on the need o k

Nihita mittalMom of 4 children3 years ago

A. good evening it is advisable that you should try to make your baby wear soft cotton mittens this will help to avoid the habit of putting thumb in the mouth this will help to move get rid of the habit

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