Trying to feed kids these days in complicated. So many rules! Eat lots of fruit. Sugar makes kids wild. Drink milk for calcium. Dairy is the devil. Eat whole grains. Avoid gluten like the plague. Eggs are good, eggs are bad. Fats are bad. Fats are good. You get my point. Even when you settle […]
Sensory FAQ: OTHERS Judgement and Opinions
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 clear as day on her face. It crippled. With too many words, my childless sister gave me her thoughts on my parenting failures. “You’re making excuses.” still echos in my […]
Sensory FAQ: Big Emotions, Anxiety and Impulse Control
Emotions run HIGH in a sensory household. Long after the “terrible twos” and long before hitting the teen years, the drama is still intense. But why??? What is it about sensory processing disorder that causes big emotions, like anxiety or impulse control issues like rage? Every brain, in order to function properly needs sensory input. […]
Sensory FAQ: Helping Siblings Understand SPD
It’s THE most common complaint I get from sensory parents. Others. Others just don’t understand or even believe your child has sensory needs. This opposition can come from teachers, coaches, neighbors, strangers, and unfortunately, even family. (We’ve got a WHOLE post written by MY husband to YOUR husband about sensory processing disorder. Check it […]
Symptoms of SPD: When to Worry about Sensory Issues
Do you get a sinking feeling in your stomach, a gut instinct deep down that tells you something isn’t quite right with your child’s behavior? There have been little clues and symptoms that there might be a sensory issue at play but you’re just not sure what to do with your suspicions. I remember that helpless feeling. I will […]
Sensory FAQ Personal Space and Body Awareness
The touching, the pushing, the in-your-face talking. Some kids really struggle with personal space and body awareness. It can be super annoying, embarrassing, and hurt your child’s chances at making friends. How do sensory needs factor in? And what can you do to help them? Why do they get so close? Kids with sensory issues […]
Why Sensory Bins Help Kids with SPD
Dried beans, rice and flour were all over our living room floor. My husband had just come home from work and asked me in exasperation “Is there a point to these sensory bins?” Sure, they seem to be a lot more work than they’re worth. Most end up being rather messy, or sometimes rejected by […]
How to Incorporate Seated Movement in the Classroom
Inside you’ll find: Why kids NEED to fidget and wiggle to facilitate learning and how to bring movement into the classroom without unnecessary distraction. I was the good girl. When I was homeschooled, I sat in my seat, kept quiet, and did my worksheets. My brother on the other hand??? My memories of […]
The Connection Between Sensory Issues and Nutrition
Inside you’ll find: how diet affects kids with SPD or ASD, as well as practical steps you can take to alleviate some symptoms, despite kids resistance. My boys wouldn’t eat the peanut butter and jelly sandwich because it was the “wrong” peanut butter. I caved and gave them cereal. The rest of the afternoon was […]
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