Ah

So you've started playing the ukulele! It's natural for your fingertips to hurt at first due to the string tension. Instead of pushing yourself too hard, try practicing in shorter, spread-out sessions. Hmm. Silicone finger protectors can numb your senses, so it's best to avoid them if possible.

Hands that grip the strings hurt until calluses form. It's like that for all string instruments.

You play the ukulele! I've never tried it before, I'm curious!