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12 years helping children to stop thumb sucking
Happy birthday to us! It's been a whirlwind 12 years, but Thumbsie are still here and still producing amazing thumb gloves which have great results. By Jo Bates, our founder I remember back in 2013, standing at my daughter's school gates and chatting to other mums about my idea for a new product. They were so supportive, and all agreed[...]
Breaking the Habit: Helping Your Child Stop Thumb-Sucking
Thumb sucking is a natural behaviour that many infants and young children engage in, often as a way to self-soothe, explore their bodies, or provide comfort. It is generally considered a normal part of early childhood development and tends to decrease as children grow older. However, it can sometimes persist beyond the toddler years, raising concerns for parents. Why do[...]
Breaking the Thumb-Sucking Habit: A Heart-warming Story of Success with Thumbsie®
Thumb-sucking is a common habit among children, but for many, it can be hard to break, especially as they get older. While it's natural for babies and young children to use thumb-sucking as a self-soothing mechanism, it can lead to a variety of challenges, both physically and socially. Whether it's issues with dental health, speech development, or even emotional dependence,[...]
Thumbsie® announce new fabrics
At Thumbsie® we love to freshen up our designs. Every child is different and we're always keen to make sure there is the perfect design for a wide range of tastes. You may have seen that back in June last year we started on a new design journey. The fabric used in our most popular designs was discontinued, and we[...]
What a fantastic start to the year
What a start to 2025! All of us at Thumbsie are thrilled that January was our most successful month ever. An amazing achievement for a business that's about to celebrate our 12th anniversary. Clearly lots of children have started off the New Year with big resolutions. And what could be better than a New Year's resolution to finally kick the[...]
Two in a row for Thumbsie
We're thrilled to say that, for the second year in a row, our innovative work has been recognised by the prestigious Southern Enterprise Awards. The awards, hosted by SME News, celebrate small and medium-sized businesses in southern England, and they are now in their seventh year. Given that businesses in the south of England have the second largest turnover in[...]
Thumbsie® wins Childcare Brand of the Year
Great news: Thumbsie® have been awarded Childcare Brand of the Year by a leading global corporate organisation who celebrate "market leaders" and "innovators." The Corporate LiveWire Global Awards celebrate the "success and achievements" of businesses from across the globe. Best of all, they give awards based on "an innovative approach", something that Thumbsie® prides itself on. And clearly, the judges[...]
Exploring the Relationship Between Object Attachment and Thumb Sucking
Delve into the differences and links between object attachment and thumb sucking. Gain insights into their roles in psychological development and behaviour patterns. Object attachment and thumb sucking are both common behaviours in childhood, but they serve different purposes. Object attachment relates to emotional comfort, while thumb sucking is a self-soothing mechanism. Introduction Object attachment and thumb sucking are often[...]
Thumbsie® designs its own fabrics
We have some really exciting news: we have designed our very own fabrics. How cool is that? You may or may not know, but the fabric for our most popular designs has stopped being made, and we've struggled to find a replacement from a British-based supplier. Thumbsie is an ethical company and we're not keen to ship products from overseas[...]
The Hidden Toll: The Effects of Thumb Sucking on Parents
Explore the effects of thumb sucking on parents, including emotional stress, financial burden, and social challenges. Learn strategies for coping and supporting children through this common habit.
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