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Father of a 4 yr 7 m old boy4 years ago

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My kid 3m+ old... from last 1week he sucking his finger too much time.. even after feed, he sucks his finger day and night...!! Is it because of his hungry or anything else??

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Nandita BaranwalMom of 2 children4 years ago

A. Hi, Baby is started soothing himself by sucking thumb. It is not sign that baby is hungry. Continue breastfeeding till 6 month exclusively and don't forget to burp after every feed. Make sure to clean the hands several times in a day and give some teether to occupy the baby.

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