Thumbsie® Wins Another Prestigious Award for Innovation in Children’s Health

We’re thrilled to share the exciting news that Thumbsie® has been named Most Innovative Children’s Health Solutions Manufacturer 2025 – UK by Global Health & Pharma (GHP) Magazine as part of their annual Global Excellence Awards Programme.

This incredible recognition comes hot on the heels of our earlier win this year for Best Children’s Oral Habit-Breaking Product 2025, and it’s a proud moment for our entire team. Being honoured twice in one year by such a respected organisation truly reinforces our commitment to making a difference in children’s health and wellbeing.

“To be recognised again by Global Health & Pharma is a huge honour,” says Jo Bates, Founder of Thumbsie®. “When I first started Thumbsie, it was with a simple mission—to help children overcome thumb and finger sucking in a gentle, positive way. Receiving this award for innovation tells us we’re doing just that, and more.”

Why This Matters

Thumb sucking is a common comfort habit for young children, but if it continues beyond the early years, it can lead to lasting issues. Prolonged thumb or finger sucking may result in:

• Misalignment of the teeth (such as an open bite)

• Changes in the roof of the mouth

• Speech delays or articulation problems

• Difficulty with proper swallowing and chewing

These challenges can affect a child’s self-esteem, social interactions, and even lead to more complex dental treatments later in life. That’s why early, positive intervention is so important—and it’s exactly what Thumbsie® aims to provide.

Leading with Innovation

This new GHP award celebrates organisations who are not only tackling global health challenges but doing so in creative and pioneering ways. At Thumbsie®, innovation doesn’t mean tech and gadgets—it means designing practical, child-friendly solutions that genuinely work.

Our fun, fabric thumb and finger guards help children break their sucking habit gently, without shame or pressure. Backed by professional recommendations and loved by families across the UK and beyond, Thumbsie®’s approach is kind, empowering, and effective.

What’s Next?

We’re incredibly grateful for this recognition and energised to continue expanding our support for families. Thumbsie® remains committed to putting children’s wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.

Thank you to Global Health & Pharma Magazine and the Global Excellence Awards team for this honour—and to every family who has trusted Thumbsie® to help their child on their habit-breaking journey.