My 5yo is bright, rather anxious and a bit orally-fixated. She had a dummy until 3yo.
She constantly has her fingers in her nose or mouth and has even bitten her toenails down to nothing. It happens more often if she's distracted - watching telly, being read-to or in the car. (The toenails seem to be when she's in bed at night).
I've tried a couple of brands of bitter stuff but it only seems effective straight after I've applied it and she also started getting it in her eyes when she rubbed them and screeching in pain. I was also applying antibacterial gel at night as it has a fairly nasty taste, but it also stings any sore bits and she was getting a bit upset when I was trying to put it on.
I don't really know what to do next! Any guidance much appreciated!!