Thumb sucking is a very common thing among kids. May be, this was the habit that has been formed in the womb itself. And when these kids feel hungry or thirsty, what they do is suck their thumb. Of course, we find babies too cute especially when they are sucking their thumbs. But in the long term this habit is not good. Children must get rid of this habit when they are two to three years of age.
But even after five years if children can’t kick of this habit, it is a matter of concern. Here are some tips that will help you to cope up with this issue:
Although this behavior of thumb sucking is common among children, you must discourage this habit since their infancy stage. Normally, children take up thumb sucking when they don’t feel comfortable. So, don’t keep them hungry and comfort them even when they are sleeping.
Don’t hesitate to remove the thumb from your kid’s mouth; he will get up from sleep. Gently remove thumb from your kid’s mouth.
Try to keep those things away that are associated with thumb sucking. Say, if there is some blanket or something else that has connection with thumb sucking, keep it away from your baby.
When your child starts understanding things you must explain him the effects of thumb sucking and how unhygienic it is.