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What should i do to stop a toddler from sucking their thumb?
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Encouragement: Positive reinforcement works best to change a habit. This could be praise or a prize. You may try to redirect the child from the behavior but that may lead to an argument. Sometimes it only takes time.
Answered 3/21/2015
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