My 23 month old sucks her fingers, how do I stop her, and should I ? what effects will it have on her later?
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I do not know much about the ways to stop her sucking her fingers but I very much urge you to teach her not to suck them. I was like that until the age of 12 and the horror stories people tell you are true. Already at the age of 8, I had to get braces, my teeth were horrible and I was lisping because my teeth grew in a really horrible way - they were protruding outwards from my mouth. Not very pleasant. Children at school made fun of me and I was not very happy. Since my thumb was sucked so much, I had to wear plasters on them because they had wounds on them. \n\nDefinitely make all the neccessary steps to make you child stop sucking her thumb, as soon as you can. Do not let her grow with such a bad habit. It was difficult for me to get rid of it too. I am now 21 years old and I have no problems, only because of those braces and my own strong will. I even stopped lisping because I taught myself how to speak properly. And let me tell you, it was one of the most difficult things to do.
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put some cheerios in the toilet, have him stand on a little foot stool and tell him to hit the little targets....worked for my son when he was 2 yrs old...
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Well, at three years old, she should be off the bottle.  Try switching her to a sippy cup, and I think that you will find that the fewer bottles she has, the more she will be willing to eat.  Being on the bottle at her age can damage her teeth.  Just be positive with her, "I think you're ready to be a big girl now, aren't you?  But, big girls don't drink from bottles.  They drink from cups."  And show her other ways to be a big girl, like maybe teaching her to write her name, reading, having her own chores, etc.  Make it something fun for her.  (BTW, I know chores don't sound like fun, but toddlers like helping, especially if the job isn't to difficult for them.)
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The other night on what's good for you they did a story on it. Kids are less likely to have that problem but apparently suckin on a lemon helps.\n\nHave a look at the link below. It's the docs advice.
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At 9 months old pretty much all the medication is labeled as "consult doctor first".  Not until after 2 should you really start following label directions without a doctor's advice.\n\nSo my advice would be make an appointment with her pediatrician for as early as you can today.\n\nOther than that keep her warm but not over bundled.  Use layers.  Offer her lots of liquids, extra juice and water.  Run a humidifier if you can.
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You first have to get this child under control quick!  She is going to be a teen from hell very soon if you do not nip it right now!!  First of all, I would gather up her stuff in her bedroom and put away so she cannot retrieve it anytime or anywhere.  If your husband argues, make sure it is not in front of your daughter.  Then she knows the "Dad" will be the one she can run to for your discipling.  \nTalk to your husband.  Discuss how you feel that your daughter is completely out of control and you both must work on this together.  Auntie is to stay out of the picture.  She can go and find some other child to spoil, not yours!  No more trips unless she has your approval first.  No stay overs with friends and the Aunt.  Take away that make-up!!  She in only 10 years old!!  There are plenty of years for her to wear it.  Let her be a kid.  Or make her realize she is just a kid!  \nAs far as the cussing is concerned, I wouldn't get upset with her at all.  Remain calm at all times (even though you want to rip your hair out).  Go over to her once (only once) and tell her that this is the last time you will allow foul language from her.  And you mean the last.  Walk away calmly.  She does it again, put her into a room without a television or anything she can do.  The bathroom maybe...She cusses again, hot sauce works wonders.  My son cussed and boy it may sound cruel, but I just told him that I was going to have those words burned out of his mouth.  Never again (that I have heard).  He is 20 now and still doesn't cuss.  \nAutie Rose needs boundries.  Have your husband speak with her.  If you feel comfortable, then you speak with her (with your husbands knowledge of course).  Tell Auntie Rose that Becky is to receive no more money, trips, make-up, clothes, or even a stick of gum without prior approval.  \nThis may sound harsh, but you as a Mom will be the one people look at when she starts acting up in public with you or even when she is in school.  For some reason, it is the Mom's responsibility.  If you do not want a terror, begin this very day.  NEVER-EVER back down.  You are the adult and she is the child.\nOnce she shows she can behave.  Give her one priveledge and one only.  Make that priveledge age appropriate too.  Keep reminding yourself she is only 10 and nothing more.  You do not want a "brat gone wild".  This is for her own good, not just yours.  Remind yourself that also.  \nIf she continues, she will get into more trouble as she grows.  She's spoiled rotten.  When she gets older allow her to have her television back.  The next year, her DVD player, etc.  Have the computer in a family spot so you can monitor where she is going online.  There are perverts out there waiting to prey on a child like your daughter.\nI could go on and on and on.  \nJust make sure she see both you and your husband backing each other up at all times.  If you two have a problem, discuss that is private when Becky isn't around.  Auntie Ruth will just have to bide her time.  She may learn a lesson too.  She is not the parent.  Yes, she is the Aunt, but spoiling a child rotten is not a real way of getting affection.  She of course can come around holidays, birthdays, etc. basically she is going to have to butt out and get her own life.  \nNext stop, a conselor.  You daughter is in desparate need of one now.  \nExcuse my spelling errors, but I can relate to your completely.  Your daughter just has been allowed to do things more advanced kids do.  Inappropriate in my opinion only.\nGood Luck With The Hellion!\nlovetofly
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This is not fair to anyone involved, you may have to give in(even though it is wrong). They probably won't for awhile. So try your hardest to bite your tongue and murmur through it May I hold my gradnchild? They will eventually change. Just be patient, and when she gets to be a toddler, they may be asking for you to actually babysit.
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Umm why would you ask this? if your toddler has ingested some you should call poison control. nothing may happen but you should be safe about it. for some reason this question freaks me out.
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Try putting nail polish remover on your nails, but make sure it has bitrex in it.  That's an additive they put in the stuff to keep little ones from ingesting it.  There are also other things you can put on your nails to help keep you from biting them, but I can't remember what they're called.  Also, fake nails seem to work for some people.  As for the bitrex stuff, I had been taking off some nail polish and forgot to wash my hands afterwards and had my finger in my mouth for some reason (I forgot why) and OMG, it was horrible!  Personally, I think that if that stuff won't keep your fingers out of your mouth, then there probably isn't much else that will.
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I am a mother of three chikdren and my husband just brought home a dog in dec...I can relate...best advice i have for you since i am in her shoes...what is really bothering her...tune into what she is constantly harping at the dog for...and if that don't work...do as mine did use a rolled up newspaper on her to get her attention...it don't feel nice...but i would seriously think about that if she is pregnant...give her room and just keep the dog free and clear of her tim the baby comes if possible :o)
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Who is the boss ?  YOU ARE.  Dont let them rule your life.  Let them know there are consequences for not doing as they are told.  Toys that dont get picked up, get thrown in the trash and make them put them there.  I bet things will change then.  Discipline is key and children need and crave it.  Schedules are important.  There should NEVER be an argument with your children especially at this age.  What YOU say goes.........Get strong.  Good luck.
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id stop!  i wouldn't necessarily like it... but it's a shared act - if i asked her to stop sucking me cuz she was biting ( or WHATEVER) i would expect her to stop.  She should expext the same from me - even if i'm starting to squirt - just pull out.\nmy 2 cents
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Attach your mouth to their neck, suck to create a vacuum, then suck really hard. That'll give em a little hicky!
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sometimes at 5 months they just need to cry- if that is what this question is about?  Kids at this age get overloaded with stimulation and they vent the frustration by having a good crying fit.  Just put her somewhere safe and let her be alone or hold her if you have the patience!  Letting your baby cry will not make you a bad parent- it will help your child learn to comfort herself.  Good luck!!!\nIf this is about general every day care- love her, feed her and keep her safe.
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my cousin had the same problem! his mom dipped his thumbs in a sour tasting non toxic fluid that stayed on for hours, i don't know what it's called, but i think it's product in the market. and he stopped trying in less than a week
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try using a little ambesol or oragel to numb the area then yank that baby out. Do it fast like a band-aid
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Confronting her will do no good. If she is so eccentric that she bites people, at this age, it is probably part of a disorder she's had her entire life, and nothing you say to her will impact her behavior.\n\nJust keep on your toes (without looking like you're doing so!!) whenever she's around, and jump gracefully away if she dives at you with an open mouth. \n\nWhenever you need to communicate with her, just treat her sociably, like you would with any regular person. Be polite, nod and listen to what she says- and she may even say some very interesting things and lead you into a fascinating conversation- and use normal socially acceptable excuses to get away, such as, "It's been lovely talking to you, but I really must go finish my report, I'm already late."\n\nWhatever you do, do not indicate that you are afraid. They can sense your fear.