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Healthy Children > Ages & Stages > Baby > Crying & Colic > Thumbsucking (Audio)

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Thumbsucking (Audio)

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Thumbsucking is a common habit, and usually is not a cause for concern unless it continues past 5 years of age or affects the shape of your child's mouth. Different methods to eliminate thumbsucking work for different children. Be patient when trying to help your child quit the habit.

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Last Updated
5/1/2012
Source
A Minute for Kids
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