Why does my 1 year old insist on putting his fingers in my mouth when he’s breastfeeding?
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It’s reciprocation. One of the steps to showing affection and developing empathy
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He is offering you comfort in return.
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Both of my daughters did this, pediatrician said it was their way of showing they’re grateful/affection
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Formula feeding babies do the same thing. Just a form of affection
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Mine wanted to play with my other nipple 
drove me crazy…
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I read an article one time that said it’s like basically his way of giving something to you since you’re giving him his food. Who knows if it’s true, like showing you affection and empathy (love) type of thing 🫶🏼
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