how to stop my 1 year baby from sucking thumb.he usually puts thumb in mouth when sleepy.now his thumb is turning red.is there any thumb guard or any safe product to put on thumb to make him stop doing it?

1 Answer

Dr GhouseGuardian of 3 children3 years ago

A. thumb sucking is very common habit in the babies no need to worry it will take some time you can try to divert the attention of the baby while doing this apply some bitter lotion

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