Inside you’ll find: The benefits of sensory swings, what swings are best for different sensory needs, and the best sensory swings for every need. When your child has sensory needs, it can be hard to know what sensory activities and tools will be the most beneficial without breaking the bank. While there are plenty of […]
Why Your Kids Hates Socks! Understanding Tactile Defensiveness
Inside you’ll find: An explanation of tactile defensiveness and how the brain get along with your child’s body, all while finding the perfect sock so you can get out the door! (Scroll to the bottom to get a coupon code for 20% off socks your tactile avoider will LOVE!) I swear I spend 10% of […]
How to Stock a Calm Down Bin: Sensory Calming Toys
Inside you’ll find: What to put in a calm down bin, a travel sensory bin, and in a calm down corner or area. Sensory calming toys galore! When kids are having a meltdown, they need us to equip them with resources to help regain control. When you’re in the middle of a sensory meltdown, it […]
How to Make Sensory Bottles (A MUST for Sensory Meltdowns)
Have you ever wondered how to make sensory bottles? Or even, what is a sensory bottle used for? Sensory bottles are popular with parents of kids with sensory processing differences for good reason. They help calm the senses and avoid meltdowns while still being inexpensive and easy to make! This post contains affiliate links for […]
The Sensory Needs Behind Chewing
Inside you’ll find: Practical, useful solutions for Orally Sensitive children to find an outlet for their needs. Chewing your fingernails. Chomping on your lips. Compulsive biting. A lot of sensory kids use their mouths to get sensory input. The mouth is a treasure trove of sensory receptors. Sensory input is a real need, not an […]
On the Go Sensory Tools
Have you seen images on Pinterest of fully stocked, gorgeous sensory gyms? Do you drool when you see pictures of parents that have built climbing walls and monkey bars in their kids’ bedrooms? This incredible DIY climbing wall from my friend Dyan is all the heart eyes!!! Check out her climbing wall tutorial HERE. […]
Sensory Activities for a Sensory Body Sock
“You have to get me one of these for Christmas!” my baby-boomer mom exclaimed. What has her so excited that she can’t stop playing with her grandson’s sensory tool? It’s called a body sock and while it looks mighty strange, it is a barrel of laughs, and more importantly, sensory input! Shout out to Everyday […]
When Sensory Kids HATE the Outdoors
Wind… Wet grass… Wasps. Snow… Sunshine… Sweaters. These and so many other things can keep sensory kids from wanting to go outside. But the great outdoors is a treasure trove of beneficial sensory input that will actually help kids overcome their sensory aversions. How can you help a kid with SPD enjoy the outdoors, for […]
8 Ways for Sensory Seekers to Get Their Energy Out
Inside you’ll find: Sensory Activities for Sensory Seekers that are extremely easy to do with zero prep and usually zero equipment! Have you watched your child literally bounce off the walls before? You might have a sensory seeker on your hands! If your child is constantly moving, crashing, banging, and chomping, you know the frustration […]
Benefits of Weighted Blankets for Kids with Sensory Issues
Inside you’ll find: an answer to the question, What IS a Weighted Blanket? And What are the Incredible Benefits of Weighted Blankets for Kids with SPD or other sensory issues. We all have that one friend. You know, the one that just gives exceptional hugs. Those hugs are just the right firmness and radiate love […]
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