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 […]
The Science Behind Sensory Activities: Don’t Miss These Benefits
Inside you’ll find: How kids benefit from sensory activities and why every adult should take the time and effort to make sensory play a priority. Pure terror. Eye rolls. Blank stares. I’ve seen all these reactions when I mention sensory bins or sensory play activities. I get it. They take time and effort. They can […]
Baby Sensory Toys
Inside you’ll find: Some of the best baby sensory toys to help your infant’s brain and body to grow big and strong. Everyone has sensory needs, babies included. The need to experience the world around them not just with their eyes, but through touch, sound, movement and pressure. This post contains affiliate links for your […]
Scooter Board Sensory Activities
Inside you’ll find sensory activities you can do with one simple piece of equipment: a scooter board! The determination in his eyes was intense. His tongue was posed like Michael Jordan going up of a dunk. My son takes his scooter board games seriously. And the secret is, he has NO IDEA he’s getting tons […]
What Every Dad Needs to Know about SPD
Disorder. Ok, wow. That’s quite a descriptive and discouraging word. Sensory Processing Disorder. Well, now that just sounds bad. So, if you’re a dad reading this, it’s probably because your wife has turned a computer screen toward you, or pointed at her phone and said, “Read this”. I’m also going to assume that you’re a […]
Sensory Play in the Homeschool: Why EVERY Kid Needs Sensory Input and How to Get It
If you homeschool or have looked into doing so for even a minute, chances are you’ve heard about “sensory play.” What is it though, and why is it so important? Here’s what you need to know. (And don’t forget to sign up at the end of the post to get free access to hundreds […]
The 4 Easiest Things You Can Do Today To Avoid A Sensory Meltdown
If you’re a struggling sensory parent, this next post should probably be memorized. Everything in it is SO foundational to seeing dramatic improvement in your child’s life and bringing a bit of sanity back to your life. This amazing article has been written by my fellow sensory parent, Wendy Bertagnole. She has a great blog […]
Will They Outgrow Sensory Processing Disorder?
Inside you’ll find get answers to the question, “Can a child grow out of sensory processing disorder?” It’s a surreal experience; telling friends and family that something is wrong with your child. When my oldest was diagnosed with sensory processing disorder, I’d give people my typical spiel. I’d tell them everyone has sensory needs, but my son’s […]
Wooden Pieces Open Ended Sensory Bin
I’ve made many a sensory bin in my day, but this one may in fact be my three year old’s all-time favorite. It’s really a combination of two sensory bins and it quadruples the fun! This post contains affiliate links for your convenience. Read my full disclosure policy here. Thank you to the Toybrary of […]
A HUGE List of Sensory Bins and Bags for Kids
Kids love sinking their hands into their play. And with sensory bins, they can literally do just that. (And don’t forget to try some of them with FEET!) They’re incredibly inviting and super easy to set up. Here are some of our all-time favorite sensory bins and bags for kids. Sensory Bins and Bags for […]
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