Finger sucking is a common occurrence in most infants and young children. Generally, babies use finger sucking to reduce their anxiety and provide physiological satisfaction. So, most babies will still suck their fingers even when they are full. So, what should a 2-year-old baby do if they keep sucking their fingers?
If a mother finds that her baby still has the habit of sucking their fingers after the age of 2, parents should pay attention. Generally speaking, the habit of eating fingers can have many adverse effects on a baby's health, such as bacteria from fingers easily entering the baby's body, making them particularly susceptible to illness. At the same time, it can also hinder the growth and development of teeth, leading to oral problems such as uneven tooth development and even deformation.
Parents should pay special attention to helping their babies break this bad habit in response to these situations. Usually, the attention transfer method can be used to encourage babies to frequently hold certain toys in their hands, so that they do not have extra fingers to put in their mouths. This can gradually reduce the number of times babies eat their fingers and help them overcome bad habits.
At the same time, mothers and children can also reduce their baby's behavior by rubbing strange or stimulating foods on their fingers. Alternatively, you can choose to replace your fingers with something else, such as some finger cookies or teething sticks, which can also prevent your baby from frequently sucking on their fingers.
