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When to stop the Pacifier and Thumbs? |
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Anonymous Author (September 2006) |
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Q: Is it okay if my child sucks his/her thumb?
A: Thumbsucking is normal for infants; most stop on their own by age 2.
- If your child sucks his/her thumb beyond age 2, try to discourage it by age 4
- Thumbsucking beyond age 4 can lead to crooked, crowded teeth and/or bite problems
Q: Is it okay for my baby to use a pacifier?
A: Yes, but don't dip it in sugar, honey, or sweetened liquid. In addition:
- Try to have your child give up the pacifier by age 2
- Keep in mind that while a pacifier and thumbsucking create no health difference for the child, a pacifier may be a better choice because it can be easier to wean your child from a pacifier than from thumbsucking
Taken from Colgate site.
http://www.colgate.com.au/app/Colgate/AU/OralCare/OralHealthCenter/LifeStages/InfantsToChildren.cvsp?Name=CommonQuestions#thumb
