For Sensory Processing Disorder Kiddos and Their Parents
Members of the sensory community have come together to start a grass-roots movement called “Sensory Is Real” to help people understand that sensory challenges are real! Personally, I know sensory is real because I see my son’s struggles every single day. Watch this video from my awesome sensory friend Rachel Schneider and then click on the link…
From the fourth-grade girl who never gets invited to a birthday party because classmates think she’s “weird” to the geek who is terrific at math but is failing every other subject, quirky children are different from other kids in ways that they–and their parents–have a hard time understanding. They present a host of challenges that…
As many of you know, we keep a mini trampoline in our TV room. Yep, it’s pretty much there year round. We also keep a Bosu Ball in the basement so the kids have easy access when they’re playing down there. These two pieces of exercise equipment are awesome for children with Sensory Processing Disorder…
When my sons were going to pediatric occupational therapy, the therapist used balance pods a lot. They were awesome for engaging the core, developing balance and challenging the vestibular system. And let’s talk about how they feel on your feet! What a great input for sensory seekers as well as those with an under-reactive system. 6 Balance Pods…
In my parent Facebook Group – Voices of Sensory Processing Disorder Discussion Group – several parents were asking for recommendations for Christmas stocking stuffers. The problem is, there are hundreds of great sensory stocking stuffers out there! But I know how tough it can be to whittle down the list and choose. While sensory kids have different sensory needs, I’m offering…
