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How to make my 1.5 old son stop thumb sucking. i have dr.thumb guard but he takes it off. please help?
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Bitter thumb: The best way of stopping the thumb sucking habit is to use a non toxic bitter taste on the thumb. I suggest coffee grounds or fresh aloe.
Answered 9/28/2016
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