What is the wrong age to have a comfort item? This has been debated and argued upon for many years. I dont think any age is too old. Think about yourself, when you are upset, what do you turn to? A friend, favorite toy, food, device? These are all ocmfort items no matter how much you want to deny it. It doesnt matter what age you are, we all need a comfort item sometimes. Other "childish" habits are the same. You are never too old to sleep with a teddy bear or suck your thumb or carry you blankie around. Think about it, how lost would you be without comfort in this dark world?