![]() ![]() This type of vigorous sucking, which puts pressure on the teeth and gums, can lead to a number of problems. But what of the child who doesn’t? Should you encourage your child to stop? And when?Īfter your child turns five, and certainly when her permanent teeth start to arrive, aggressive thumb sucking is something to watch for. Most children give up this habit as they grow, and generally stop completely between the ages of two and four. If your toddler still turns to her thumb for comfort, no need to worry. In fact, ultrasound images have revealed babies sucking their thumbs in the womb! Babies have a natural sucking reflex, and this activity is a normal way for your baby to soothe herself. Learning to suck their thumbs is one of the first physical skills babies acquire.
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