If a child sucks finger

Sucking on a child of the thumb is usually concerned parents. Do I have to deal with this habit and how to do it? Do not hurt if thumb-sucking baby teeth?

Babies love to suck. Some children suck his fingers, while still in the womb. Typically, this habit is in 6-7 months, but sometimes the need for sucking persists in later life. This does not mean that your child has any problems with the psyche.

A worrisome sign of thumb-sucking is only a child older than 6 years, since at this time, it affects the development of teeth and oral cavity. If sucking hampers the growth of teeth, you should pay attention to it and at an earlier age.

The habit of sucking fingers disappear as they grow older child. For students who continue to suck his fingers, begin to exert pressure surrounding. Children stop sucking his fingers, as they tease peers, siblings or other relatives.

The best way to get rid of the problem - for the time being to ignore it. It is impossible to tease and punish the child, it will only exacerbate the situation.

Children older than 3 years often suck his finger out of boredom. In this case, try to divert the attention of the child with toys. You can praise or reward the child for the fact that he does not suck a finger or a pacifier, but do not punish the baby, when he began sucking on his finger. Try to think of it as a given.

If these measures do not help, consult with a pediatrician and use a special stall, limiting the possibility of sucking.

At the same time try to reduce the amount of stress in the child's life. Some children suck the finger when they are upset about something. If a child is experiencing stress at school, talk about it with teachers.
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