- Set the goal: “We’re helping your teeth line up strong.”
- Create a chart: Simple 7–10‑day chart with small, non‑food rewards.
- Bedtime script: “Pacifier stays in the basket. Let’s read and cuddle so your teeth can grow strong.”
- Morning script: “You slept without it! Your teeth thank you—sticker time!”
FAQs
- What if grandparents give it back? Share the plan and scripts; keep spare comfort items at their house.
- How big should rewards be? Small, predictable, and tied to effort (stickers, extra story).