Inside you’ll find: Encouragement to help you have confidence as a sensory parent It stung. Without a word, the other mom at the park made her opinions of my parenting clear. “You’re spoiling them.” could be read as clear as day on her face. It felt crippling. With too many words, my childless sister […]
How to ROCK at Parenting a Child with SPD
Inside you’ll find: Some of the best articles from Sensory Bloggers about common Sensory Processing topics and great answers to many of the most frequently asked Sensory questions. Are you parenting a child with Sensory Processing Disorder? Welcome to the club! Get ready for a wild ride! You’re not alone as you navigate the tricky […]
Getting Kids to Sit Still: Helping a Fidgetor
I’ve watched my son go from sitting perfectly in his chair to falling flat on the floor in under a millisecond. Sitting still is just not his thing. While I try to keep him as active as possible while we’re learning, there are moments when desk time is unavoidable. Here are some tips and strategies to help […]
Helping an Anxious Child Sleep
Bedtime has got to be the hardest part of the day. You’re exhausted. They’re not. (Or at least that’s the official party line.) The end of your day is in sight but so far out of reach. This is especially true when your child deals with anxiety about bedtime. Unfortunately, there are no simple quick fixes […]
Occupational Therapy: Infinity Loop
Walking in circles is a way to describe futility. But walking in an infinity loop is a super beneficial activity. Check out this classic occupational therapy activity that you can do in your own home. This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. Please read my full disclosure policy here. Set Up: Use painter’s tape […]
Sensory Avoiders and Clothing: Tips and Tricks for Kids with Tactile Defensiveness
Kids are particular creatures. Everything has to be “just so”. Clothing is no exception. Many young kids go through a period when we parents are afraid their kids will have to join a nudest colony because they just won’t put a stitch on! But if you’re child has sensory issues, getting dressed may be your biggest […]
Best Board Games for Occupational Therapy
Inside you’ll find: the best occupational therapy games you can do with traditional board games! When your child has special needs, you try and use EVERY moment as a way to help them overcome and grow. If your child struggles with hand strength, bilateral coordination, sensory input, visual discernment, or other fine motor issues, these […]
Let’s talk about Balance Board Benefits for Kids
It’s amazing how a diagnosis can change your life. When an Occupational Therapist told me that my son has Sensory Processing Disorder, I didn’t even know what we’d be dealing with. Now, all things sensory come pretty naturally to me. I know how to recognize my sons needs and get him the input he’s craving (or […]
Parenting the Heart of Your Sensory Child
Inside you’ll find: Thoughts on disciplining a child with Sensory Processing Disorder when you can’t tell if it’s behavior or sensory. My son had just body slammed my mother with the force of a rhino. She was hurt. My son was oblivious. I was frozen in indecision. Why in the world did he do that? […]
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