sexual behavior inappropriate?

[lingil1]

I noticed my 5 yr old girl putting her hand down her pants (in the front), take her    hand out smell it, then lick her fingers. I was shocked, and questioned who what where and everything else to see if this was taught, learned or done to her. She claimed no....is this behavior of an abused child...or normal?

[Kevin Kennedy, Ph.D.]

No, it is really not an indication of sexual abuse. B esure to set a firm limit on the behavior so that it does not develop into a habit.

[lingil1]

Thank you Thank you Thank you...I was so freaked out, soooo worried about this. I will be sure to set these limits with her.
Thank you again for your input, and advice