Both sensory-seekers and sensory-avoiders can benefit from simple gadgets and toys to allow them to participate in daily activities.
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Proprioceptive input:
Sensory Sensitive
Proprioceptive input:
It's the info our brain receives from our muscles and joints about our body position, weight, pressure, stretch, and movement. Incorporating proprioceptive exercises can help improve focus and behavior.
A fun way to provide proprioceptive and vestibular input to your little one. This can be used to “fill their sensory cup” when they need that input directed in a contained way, or to calm them down. Remember, each kiddo is different!
Sensory Joy™ Reversible Cuddle Swing
Renter-friendly swing attachment!
Adjustable Doorway Hanger
Adults have sensory needs too! It's important we find ways to regulate ourselves so that we can teach our kids the same!
Sensory Joy™ Cuddle Swing for Teens/Adults
A fun way to get the proprioceptive input your kiddo craves. It's great for the vestibular system and encouraging whole-body movements.
Sit & Scoot Board
Balancing, jumping and dancing are great ways of receiving proprioceptive input! Your kiddo will love the cause-and-effect from their crazy moves!
Musical Piano Mat
Rocking is an awesome tool for proprioceptive and vestibular input. You can use it standing or sitting or for general play. I have one for my kiddo and I use it often!
I have a weighted blanket for myself and one for my kiddo. It helps us sleep so much better! Don't exceed more than 10% of your child's body weight when choosing a weight.
Calming Weighted Blanket
There's so many designs and sizes. You can get a full-size blanket or just a lap pad.
Weighted Kids Blanket - Navy Blue Space and Planet Blanket for Boys - 55in x 42in - 5lb Minky Polyester Plush - Children 40 to 60 Pounds
A vest can provide calming input to your kiddo to help them focus, increase their impulse control and studies have shown it can aide in coordination as well.
Sensory Compression Vest
Sensory Sensitive
The dreaded sock seam has ruined more mornings than I'd like to admit. Smooth socks like these avoid that issue for your sensitive little one.
Smoov Sensory Socks for Kids | 3 Pair Pack
Is tooth-brushing a fight? This little device is efficient so LESS TIME and your little one can hold it and feel like they're in control of teeth brushing time.
U-Brush Silicone Tooth & Gum Brush
Refills for the toothbrush!
HappyBrush™ Refillable Brush Heads | 2 Pack
Enhanced noise-reduction + volume controls especially designed for kids.
KALM™ Standalone Wireless Headphones
Earmuffs are useful for crowded places where your child may become overwhelmed. Things like sporting events, parties and fireworks can be overwhelming to a sensitive little one.
Ear Defenders™ Noise Reduction Earmuffs
For those who can tolerate an in-ear bud. It's a great, discreet way of reducing stimulation
Bliss™ Kids Ear Plugs
Simple ways to advocate for your loved one's sensitivities.
Embrace Sensory Sensitivity - I Am Sensitive To Noises Badge Pin