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I care for a three year that chews on everything toys, clothing, shoes, you name it and he will chew on it. Is this normal behavior for a three year old.
Schari Do you notice any other behaviors that are a little unusual?

I have a boy with sensory integration issues and he has always mouthed and chewed on things. (Still and he is almost 6.) But I saw unusual behaviors from a very young age.

On 1/13/11, cyn wrote: > I care for a three year that chews on everything toys, > clothing, s...See More
Jan 13, 2011
Cheryl/NH Hi Cyn,

Although being oral at this age is seen, the extent to which you see it seems to be more thn typical. Do you see, as already asked, other behviors that seem either excessive or questinable for this age range?

Are there specific times when this child chews--transition times, quiet times, etc.?

It could be a type of...See More
Jan 17, 2011
Leah Excellent ideas everyone.

Also, could he have a dietary problem? I would recommend an appointment since his behavior seems out of the normal range. The parent should take the data when she/he meets with the doctor
Jan 20, 2011
meeeha/ece/hi The other thought that comes to my mind is dental concerns ... not just caries, but the possibility of a "malocclusion" where the jaw closes or teeth meet at a stressful angle. More often seen in adults, but a possibility even at 3! Might encourage Mom/Dad to have him see the family dentist as well.

jeanne (aka "meeeha/ece/hi")
Jan 20, 2011


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