Newborns will have their own behaviors after birth, and the most common behavior is that babies like to suck their fingers. In fact, this action is mainly a self comforting behavior of the baby, and it is also an instinctive action for human survival. But some mothers may find that their babies are still sucking while they are asleep. So, is it okay for the baby to still suckle while sleeping?
The nutritional source of babies relies on breast milk or formula milk powder, so sucking is an instinctive reaction for babies to survive. This is not only an instinctive reaction of the baby, but also a comfortable sense of security. Usually, this behavior will continue for babies until the age of 1-2, and it will disappear on its own in future living environments. Actually, the baby's sucking action is meaningful for the baby:
1. Perception of the outside world: Mothers should not stop babies from sucking during infancy, as this is a developmental stage and they can only perceive the outside world through sucking movements. This can also promote the coordination of the baby's hands and eyes.
2. Improving ability: Actually, sucking is also a process of learning and playing for babies. At first, the baby's sucking is clumsy, but as time goes on, they will gradually become proficient, indicating that the baby is looking for a solution on their own.
3. During this period, babies cannot do anything meaningful, so only this sucking action can effectively promote brain development. So when a baby is sleeping, if they suck their fingers, as long as mothers pay attention to their baby's personal hygiene, they can let the baby go freely.
