The sucking reflex is present in every newborn baby. Thanks to him, the baby knows exactly how to take her mother's breast correctly and what actions must be taken in order for milk to flow from it. However, a small child needs a mouth not only for nutrition, but also for calming down and even for exploring the world around him. True, until a certain time. After the baby reaches the age of one year, the main task of his parents is to wean the child from pulling everything into his mouth.
Instructions
Step 1
To wean the child from pulling everything into his mouth, clearly show him that it is much more interesting to see a pebble raised from the ground with his eyes and turn it in his hands than pulling it into his mouth, and then spitting out the sand and dirt that have adhered to it.
Step 2
Be consistent and always justify your bans. Try to explain to your kid in a very accessible way that the stone is not tasty at all, and they can choke. Ask to hold it in your hand, and put a piece of sweet rolls or cookies in your mouth. Teach your baby to clearly distinguish between objects that can be pulled into his mouth and which cannot.
Step 3
Play finger games with your toddler more often. They not only improve attention and imagination, but also contribute to the development of tactile sensations. The simplest, easily remembered and popular finger games for children are "Magpie white-sided cooked porridge …" and "This finger is a grandfather, this finger is a grandmother …". As a result of such regular training, the hands of the child will come out on top when meeting new objects for him.
Step 4
In the process of weaning a child from pulling everything into his mouth, consistency is very important. If you forbid your baby to take in his mouth pebbles and sticks raised from the ground, various souvenirs that decorate the interior of the house, and other prohibited items, be sure to tell all the other close relatives of the crumbs about this: dad, grandmothers, grandfathers, older brothers and sisters. It is very important that they also do not allow the child to pull into his mouth anything that comes his way.
Step 5
Do not be discouraged if, despite your best efforts, the child continues to take prohibited items in his mouth. Don't give up and don't give up. Over time, the baby will collect things that are interesting for him in his pocket, bucket or small bag, but he will no longer be able to pull them into his mouth.
