Yes. No matter how long ago something happened, it still matters, and your child can always tell a trusted adult.
Delayed disclosure is the norm, not the exception. Children often need time to understand what happened, manage their emotions, or feel safe enough to speak up. Waiting does not mean the experience was less serious or less real.
When a child does share, the most helpful response is to focus on appreciation and support rather than timing. You might say, “Thank you for telling me now. I know that couldn’t have been easy. The timing doesn’t change how important this is.”
Avoid asking why they waited to tell. Even well-intentioned questions like that can feel like blame and may make it harder for a child to continue opening up.