What can be done about gaging on the mouthpiece you wear for football?

Question

my seven year old grandson is having big time trouble keeping one in his mouth

Answer 1

Try cutting it down a little bit in the back of the mouthguard so it doesn't go so far down his throat.

Answer 2

Yeap Eddies right and also if he gets a chance to give a squirt with water keep the mouth moist.