06/10/2026
Why timing matters for habits ⏰
Parents often ask:
“Is it too early to address this habit?”
“Is it too late?”
As a therapist, here’s how I think about it:
🌱 If a habit is shaping the palate → we want to address it
🌱 If a habit is impacting tongue posture → we want to address it
🌱 If a habit is interfering with speech or feeding → we want to address it
🌱 If the child is ready to be supported → we begin
It’s rarely about “growing out of it.”
It’s about replacing the pattern with a healthier one.
✨ With the right support, habit change can be gentle.
💬 Have you ever been told “they’ll grow out of it”?
