My son is 2 yrs old.. How to get rid of his thumb sucking habit?

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Tanya tibraMom of 2 children2 years ago

A. thanku so much sir

Dr Vandan H KumarFather of a 7 yr 5 m old boy4 years ago

A. many times there is no need to worry till 5 years of age THUMB SUCKING : 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 outside entertainment when child does not do it. 2 Identify trigger as what led to it. Stress ?? 3 Gentle reminder. Do not scold and severely criticize Last option- dentist treatment after 5years

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Kalindi BhavsarMom of a 8 yr 2 m old boy4 years ago

A. Hi mom It will correct soon Do lots of fun activities together Give healthy protein rich nutritious food fruits vegetables pulses whole grains milk products Maintain hygiene Maintain hydration Do tummy time and cycling movement of legs to relieve gas and constipation Take healthy protein rich nutritious food Do some light exercise yoga regularly Give teether or pacifier

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