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The Mind-blowing Benefits of Active Seating for Kids

January 8, 2019 By Julie 2 Comments

Inside you’ll find: the benefits of active seating in the classroom as well as how to make it happen! “Can he sit still?” The words of my son’s new Sunday school teacher were cause for alarm. “Um, no.”  I thought. “My son can’t sit still. Like ever!” But should he??? Scroll to the bottom for […]

Sensory Issues FAQ Why so unpredictable?

December 5, 2018 By Julie 3 Comments

Inside you’ll find: Explanations of how different variables can cause sensory issues in some counter intuitive ways. Kids love to make liars out of their parents. Just when you think you have them figured out, they’ll do the total opposite.   This is especially true for kids with big sensory needs. You’ll see a pattern […]

Dinosaur Sensory Play (and Science Experiments!)

November 28, 2018 By Julie Leave a Comment

We moms are busy folks. And that’s why we multi-task! As a homeschooling, special needs mom of three boys, I’m always looking to combine sensory play with learning! Thank you Messy Play Kits for sponsoring this post. You’re doing incredible things! If you find yourself always on the hunt for fun, educational AND sensory-friendly activities, […]

Sensory Issues FAQs: Social Issues

October 5, 2018 By Julie 2 Comments

Inside you’ll find: A peek behind the curtain into what are the indirect causes and motivations of your sensory child’s social struggles. What was your most embarrassing moment? Chances are, other people were involved in that situation, otherwise, where’s the embarrassment? Kids with sensory issues often find themselves in embarrassing or awkward social situations. No […]

Sensory Issues FAQs: Auditory Avoiders, Seekers and Loud Noises

September 25, 2018 By Julie 3 Comments

Imagine a constant barrage of annoying, disturbing and downright painful things being hurled at you all day every day. Pretty upsetting? Want to run for cover? That’s a glimpse of what it’s like for sensory kids that struggle with auditory issues. Scroll to the bottom for a VIDEO I recorded about this topic! This post […]

Sensory Issues FAQ: How to Cope as a Parent

September 18, 2018 By Julie 2 Comments

Inside You’ll find: Reminders and practical ideas for taking some of the pressure off as you navigate the waters of parenting a child(ren) with Sensory Processing Disorder “Draining” “Incessant” “Frustrating” “Lonely” “Infuriating” “Defeating” “Consuming” “Exhausting both physically, emotionally, and mentally.” What are these parents describing? How hard it is to be a parent to a […]

Sensory Issues FAQ: Picky Eating

September 4, 2018 By Julie Leave a Comment

Inside you’ll find: Some very practical, achievable, and creative ideas to help you enrich the diet and ease the mealtime struggles of your sensory kid. Trying to feed kids these days is complicated. So many rules! Eat lots of fruit. Sugar makes kids wild. Drink milk for calcium. Dairy is the devil. Eat whole grains. […]

Sensory Issues FAQ: OTHERS Judgement and Opinions

August 27, 2018 By Julie 2 Comments

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 clear as day on her face.   It felt crippling. With too many words, my childless sister gave […]

Sensory Issues FAQ: Big Emotions, Anxiety and Impulse Control

August 26, 2018 By Julie 5 Comments

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 Issues FAQ: Helping Siblings Understand SPD

August 26, 2018 By Julie 1 Comment

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 […]

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