Let go of perfection
Good brushing doesn’t mean flawless technique every time. It means the habit is happening most days.
Good brushing usually means
- Brushing most days (even if it’s not perfect)
- Making a genuine effort
- Coming back to the routine after a miss
What counts as progress
- Less resistance than last week
- Your child starting the routine themselves
- A shorter brush instead of skipping altogether
Consistency is what builds habits. Calm routines last longer, and encouragement works better than correction.