My baby keeps sucking his thumb when hungry or just for comfort to fall asleep. He does this since birth. Should I stop him or let him be?

1 Answer

ExpertDr. Pandurang sawantPaediatrician4 months ago

A. Thumb sucking may be normal at this age.it may also be due to infection ,teething,insecure feeling.it possible give teether.distract your baby whenever he or she will do this.it will help

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