My son is a typical little boy. He loves to jump, climb and crash his way through the day. For him, it’s more than fun, it’s a need. He uses this rough and tumble sensory input to help him feel secure in his little world. He’s been diagnosed with Sensory Processing Disorder. One way I […]
Just Go to Bed! Deciphering Legitimate Needs from Stall Tactics
Let’s face it. Kids are ridiculously creative. I have found that their ingenuity tends to shine brightest at bedtime. The requests just. keep. coming. But how are we as parents supposed to know when our children have a genuine need and when they’re just desperately trying to delay the inevitable? When and where should we […]
Simple Household Item that Develops a Better Pencil Grasp
A year ago, my son was diagnosed with SPD. It’s been rough but oh so helpful to know what we’re fighting against. As we’ve practiced activities to help with balance and calm him with heavy work, we’ve seen a dramatic decrease in meltdowns over sensory stimulation. But as the dust settles, we’re slowly learning about […]
Monster Sensory Bottle
Sensory bottles are all the rage with older babies and toddlers. The possibilities are endless. Since October is fast approaching, I decided to have a fun spooky theme to this sensory bottle. Lumpy loved shaking things up with this simple Monster Sensory Bottle! This post contains affiliate links that help support my family. Read more […]
Air Travel and Sensory Issues
Over the summer, I did something rather brazen. I single-handedly took a 13 month old and a three year old across the country by plane. This would be stressful under the best of circumstances, but my oldest has sensory issues that could cause an epic meltdown at any point. While it didn’t go perfectly, we […]
Airbrush Markers
This post contains affiliate links that help support my family. Read more about that here. My three year old is not a big fan of coloring. His sensory issues have made coloring and writing a high frustration activity. But when our Occupational therapist suggested using Airbrush Markers as a means of oral sensory input, we […]
Polka Dot Slime
Happy Saturday Everyone! This morning I wanted to share my favorite kids activity to date. Seriously, we made this polka dot slime twice in two weeks! I was sorely tempted to not give this away to two sweet little girls for their birthday and instead keep it for myself. This amazing recipe is from Asia […]
Handwriting with Shaving Cream and a Mirror
Lately I’ve been realizing how extremely resistant my son is to anything even remotely related to handwriting. He has been getting therapy for Sensory Processing Disorder and the Occupational Therapist has been working with him to draw a circle (not his typical spiral) and make a “criss cross”. Call me oblivious, but I was shocked that […]
Best Buys For Sensory Processing Therapy at Home
Soon after my son was diagnosed with Sensory Processing Disorder, we lost our health insurance. I was blessed to keep in contact with his Occupational Therapist who gave us some guidance as to what to buy for the best sensory processing therapy at home. This post contains affiliate links that help support my family. Read […]
“Serious” Fun Saturdays: Ice Play
Folks, it is blazing hot in Texas. I can’t stand it. Make fun of me all you want. Labeled me a pansy, you won’t hurt my feelings.But I’d like to see a native Texan build a quinsy (an igloo made out of snow for you southerners) and sleep in it. Yeah, Chicago pride! But I […]