Brief Answer:
It is normal.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.

I have gone carefully through your concern. Incidentally yes, it is normal behavior. It so happens that often inadvertently the genitals of children get rubbed against something or the other and they get a pleasurable sensation from it, without having any idea about its significance. Babies discover their genitals just as they learn about other body parts - by reaching for them, and then learn that they are a source of pleasurable sensations. The innocent repetition of what feels good is an entirely normal part of the process of self-discovery and play. In this case, since you are naturally the confidante of your daughter, she has shared her "discovery" with you.

Despite your XXXXXXX and discomfort, try not to react negatively or make judgmental comments if you catch your child in the act. Such a response will only make your child feel ashamed. As with other habits, overreacting can have the opposite effect of preventing further episodes - your child may just do it even more, which will make her feel guilty and decrease her self-esteem. Rather, if you ignore it, it will seem nothing extraordinary and therefore would not get highlighted as a zone of "extra attention". Probably that is what you should do.

Regards

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Brief Answer:
Glad to be of service.

Detailed Answer:
I am glad to know that it helped. Feel free to contact me back directly if you ever have a health related query in the future.

Regards

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