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One Way To Stop Kids From Picking Their Nose

As kids we all did, but as parents, here’s one way to stop kids from picking their nose! The Mike & Carla Morning Show thought this would be an important…

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As kids we all did, but as parents, here's one way to stop kids from picking their nose! The Mike & Carla Morning Show thought this would be an important message for all parents.

According to an article published a couple of years ago by verywellfamily, it's a very natural thing for young kids to do. In fact, the article states it happens for a number of reasons. It mentions "...kids pick their noses because they are bored, stressed, or because it has become a nervous habit".

Well, as kids, we've all suffered from those things, especially boredom. But if you're a parent that needs to stop your kid from picking their nose, here's a few ideas. Call their attention to it and ask them to stop. Now most likely that won't deter them from doing it again, but repeatedly, maybe.

If they continue to pick, the article also mentions that if they are bored just watching t.v., engage them in some other activity. The article goes on to say that busy hands are unlikely to end up in their nose!y

Of course, if all else fails, one television reporter had another suggestion. Kayla Sullivan, of WISH-TV in Indianapolis, was doing a story on this for , very topic and that it applied to her own son. She suggested to make sure you have tissue handy to clean up any mess. Kayla also suggested not to make fun or laugh when they do since this will only encourage the habit.

However, she did give one tip that might help and in fact "scare" a little kid into NOT picking their nose ever again. It might be the best way to get your kid to stop picking. Listen to the segment, try it out and see if it works! Good luck and enjoy!

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Mike O’Brian is the Program Director and Morning Show host on 96.3 KKLZ in Las Vegas, along with Carla Rea. He has been with the Beasley Media Group for almost 23 years. Mike was named one of the “Best Program Directors In America” by Radio Ink magazine. Over the years, “The Mike & Carla Morning Show” have been presented with a number of proclamations for their work in the community and numerous awards. Having lived in Las Vegas for over 35 years, he writes articles on living in Las Vegas, sports, and odd stories happening within the state of Nevada. Mike is the host of the morning show and program director of 96.3 KKLZ/Las Vegas. He has been doing mornings in Las Vegas for the past 38 years. Over the years, he has hosted a numerous amount of community events and has been the P.A. announcer for a number of sports teams in Las Vegas. He has written on living in Las Vegas, the sports teams here, as well as odd & little-known facts about Las Vegas & Nevada.