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Mom of a 4 yr 2 m old girl4 years ago

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My baby is not drinking milk. She is always trying to suck her fingers. What may be the reason?

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Ankita MehtaMom of a 9 yr 1 m old girl4 years ago

A. hi mam, sucking fingers is common among Young babies. it is natural self soothing mechanism. so if a child looks happy and active, gains enough weight, then no need to worry about it. just make sure that your child should pass urine at least 7 or 8 times in a day

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