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Four Year Old with Hands in Mouth
S.F.
asks from Detroit
My son is 4 years old and out of nowhere about a month ago started putting his fingers in his mouth. Every time I look at him they are in his mouth. The Dr. told us ...
ANSWERS
See all- I honestly don't see a major issue. I've seen 12 year olds sucking thumbs. You could try imitating him and obviously he won't be able to understand you talk to hi...
- The Ped probably said to ignore it because its no big health concern. Its probably a security thing, so if you choose to intrude on the self soothing, try to satisfy ...
- Here is an idea to consider . . . My 4.5 year old daughter started doing this several months ago, usually during times of idleness like when watching TV or trying...