How to stop thumb sucking?

2 Answers

Dr Vandan H KumarFather of a 7 yr 4 m old boy3 years ago

A. babies have natural rooting and sucking reflexes, which can cause them to put their thumbs or fingers into their mouths . because thumb sucking makes babies feel secure, some babies might eventually develop a habit of thumb sucking when they're in need of soothing or going to sleep. sometimes due to stress also this can occur. it is many times increased during the teething process also. you can wait till max till permanent tooth eruption starts most experts agree that a thumb-sucker younger than 5 shouldn't be pressured to stop stop by 1 positive reinforcement : praise when child does not do it. also offer bed time stories and ocutside entertainment when child does not do it. 2 identify trigger as what led to it. stress ?? 3 gentle recminder. do not scold and severely criticize last option- dentist treatment after 5years

POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy3 years ago

A. Don’t Be Harsh: One of the biggest mistakes that parents make is getting upset about thumb sucking. As the behaviour is prompted due to anxiety, adding negativity is only going to increase the stress level for the infant.Finding Their Own Path: Most infants eventually grow out of the habit without any intervention being needed.Distractions: Find out when your baby starts sucking on his thumb. These should help you identify the triggers for thumb sucking, such as watching television or being left alone in a room. You could distract your child using words or actions when you are in the room. In case you need to go out of your baby’s field of vision, get a toy that you know would keep him engaged