“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??? A huge thank you to Lakikid for sponsoring this eye opening article! Scroll down to get an exclusive reader coupon code on their awesome […]
Sensory FAQs: Sick Kids
Ah winter… Tis the season for getting sick. Before having kids, I was quite naive about how incredibly exhausting and heartbreaking it can be to have sick kids. Your kids finally start to share… GERMS! Plans are canceled. Tears abound. Sleep ceases. It’s rough! And if your child has sensory issues on top of it, […]
Sensory FAQ Why so unpredictable?
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 of behavior that will have you convinced they’re an avoider, then BAM, they do something that clearly […]
Sensory FAQs: Social Issues
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 one wants their kid to be the awkward turtle. It’s painful, and dangerously isolating. Why do so many kids with sensory issues […]
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. […]
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 […]
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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