I'm new to this site and am looking for some advice on an area of my life that seems to be creeping up more and more, and which I have been unable to find much information about on my own. For as long as I can remember, I have had the habit of sucking my tongue when I'm asleep or when I am daydreaming. It may have started as a child since I was breastfed and didn't really use a pacifier. I am 23 now, with a son of my own (who will be a year old in 2 days) and the habit continues -- and much moreso since my pregnancy and my son's birth. I find that I can do it upwards of ten times a day -- many times that I'm not aware of. Frequently, I will also rub my upper lip as well. It seems as though it is a comforting factor of sorts, and lately it seems more difficult to stop. Whereas before I could just know I was doing it and stop it, now I can know I am doing it, but my tongue will feel awkward in my mouth if I stop -- it is as if it has gotten used to its incorrect placement and behavior. Also, I wonder if it could be a tic of sorts and just be covering up an underlying unresolved issue. The only problem is, I am not yet aware of what the issue would be. Any advice or assistance would be greatly appreciated.
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