It’s extremely common for babies to suck their thumb throughout the early parts of their life. However, statistics show that 95% of all babies will regularly suck their thumb. That being said, children frequently sucking their thumb after age two are likely doing this out of habit. As a parent, it’s important to understand that thumb sucking might not be as harmless as you think. Considering that, here are four problems often attributed to thumb sucking.
- Potential for Social Problems
If not fixed early, it can be difficult for a child to stop sucking their thumb. This means that your child could find themselves entering school with a thumb sucking problem. Unfortunately, children can sometimes say hurtful things to a child that still sucks their thumb. If you want to avoid your child being the target of classroom jokes, it’s best to stop thumb sucking habits as soon as possible. - Dental Issues
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