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Fidgets and Tools for Adults with Autism/ADHD ✨️
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items As an autistic adult, I find it really hard to find tools and systems that work for me and that don't feel infantilizing to use. All of my recommendations are genuine and from personal experience. I've made this list to cover as much as I can, in hop...
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Small fidgets ✨
A Calming Space 🌝
Tools and Aids ✨
Swings and Hammocks ✨
Meals and eating ✨
Small fidgets ✨
Smaller fidgets that you can keep in your pocket and purse are so helpful when battling moments of overwhelm or stress.
I love these fidgets! They never tear or get dirty. I find they really help me with skin picking and harmful stimming behaviours.
NeeDoh Nice Cube Glitter & Glow Fidget
his fidget is indestructible. I've had times where I've needed to really rip this thing apart but it always returns to its shape quickly with no breaking or tears. It's a must have for anxiety disorders, ADHD amd Autism from experience.
Schylling NeeDoh Teardrop - Sensory Tool
The cutest fidget that's available in so many different colours! If you enjoy the clicky keyboard ASMR videos, you'll love this fidget!
Keyboard Fidget Clicker Sensory Tool for Adults
These tangles work very well to keep my hands busy, I like to carry a few in my purse for whenever I'm out and about, as well as nearby to my computer.
Pack of 5 - Tangle Fidget Tool Set
These picky pads are AMAZING for skin/hair picking. They simulate the feeling of removing something from under the skin, like popping a pimple!
3 Pack Skin Picky Pad - Fidget Tool for Adults
This fidget looks so sleek and understated, perfect for places where you want to stim discreetly!
B-Qtech Metal Fidget Slider Tool
The perfect stim tool that simulates a harmless pain, I find these sorts of fidgets to be the most beneficial as I seek pain to regulate myself. These spiky rings work as a harm reduction tool to avoid skin picking and other harmful behaviours.
Spiky Sensory Rings - 10 Pack
These custom made 3d printed fidgets look incredible. I might order some today as I think they'd be super helpful for avoiding harmful stimming.
The Pill - Customizable Fidget Slider
The perfect pain simulator fidget for when you need a bit of sensation to distract you from feeling overwhelmed or when having a meltdown.
Little Ouchies Fidget - Set of 3
A Calming Space 🌝
Build yourself a cozy nest or space that encourages rest and stimming using my recommendations below x
I think I remember having one of these as a kid, they are so nostalgic for me! I could plug one of these in and use it as a night light to drift off too.
Mini Fake Fish Tank Aquarium Motion Lamp
I love these beaded curtains so much! I had a pink and purple one growing up and I would stim on the feeling of the beads every time I walked through it!
Beaded Doorway Curtain ✨
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This one is just for fun! I would love to buy a pole for my space as the flowing movement makes you feel so good!
Professional Portable & Removable Dance Pole Kit
This speaker is perfect as a portable music/white noise machine. Play calming rain sounds when getting to sleep or peaceful flute music to stay regulated while going about your day 🌞
Echo Pop Speaker 🔉with Alexa - Lavender Bloom
This star projector will have you feeling relaxed in no time! It creates a lovely light and ambiance to your safe space x
Galaxy Star Projector ✨
The most gorgeous colour selections for a silent, non-ticking clock! I personally can't stand the noises clocks make but I do still need to tell the time. I'm not a big fan of digital clocks so this analog clock works well for me.
Silent Non-Ticking Mid Century Modern Clock
A super cute coffee machine to encourage making coffee at home and save money too! I find sipping a warm cup of decaf coffee to be so regulating.
De'Longhi Nespresso Vertuo Pop Coffee Machine
This drawer will hold all of your coffee pods for your vertuo machine!
Glass Vertuo Coffee Pod Holder Drawer
These refillable pods are such a great idea! You can also customise your coffee more as well. You do need to have a few original pods first to refill.
Refillable Coffee Pods for Nespresso Vertuo
These floor cushions come in so many different colours and are perfect for creating a grounding space where you can relax.
Large Floor Pillow for Adults - Dusty Peach
The best desk chair for ADHD and autistic bodies! Being able to adjust my legs to any position I like means I get more work done when I'm at my desk! This is also perfect for gaming, coding, craft and even while eating meals to feel as comfortable as...
Cross Legged Office Chair
This little sofa chair is perfect for feeling grounded but comfortable. Snuggle up with a book, blanket and a cup of tea for a relaxing evening.
Mid Century Style Armless Floor Sofa
Bouncing is so good for your body and mental health! I find bouncing on a trampoline to be very regulating and this mini one is a lot more affordable and space conscious + you can bounce while you watch TV!
Mini Trampoline with/without Handle
This custom sewn trampoline cover is great for your calming space, and comes in a variety of different colours! It also has the option to add a thick cushion topper on top to turn your mini trampoline into a ottoman while not in use x
Mini Trampoline Pleated Slipcover and Cushion Cover
A nice heavy weighted blanket to cuddle up with and do deep breathing work.
Cooling Weighted Blanket
Tools and Aids ✨
Essential tools and products that make living with Autism/ADHD a lot easier!
These tiles are perfect for finding things in your home! An absolute essential for people with ADHD/ASD.
Tile - Keys Finder and Item Locator
I LOVE my Loops so much. I have a pair that have 3 volume levels so I feel like I have more control over the noise around me.
The Everything Gift set - Loop Earplugs
Having a smartwatch is a game changer for setting personalised reminders, alerts and staying on top of your health. My ADHD makes it difficult to stay on top of being active and healthy as well as remembering to take my medication regularly.
SAMSUNG Galaxy SmartWatch 4
This stand is perfect for holding your phone or tablet so you have your hands free to stim! I find this really helpful when I want to lay down and regulate while watching Youtube.
Phone and Tablet Holder
A timer you'll actually use because it's so pretty!
TIME TIMER - MOD
These wipes are perfect for wiping your hands and face when you feel like you need to refresh. I find I am usually doing this in the bathroom so having flushable wipes makes it easier to dispose of if you can't locate a bin!
Sorbent Silky White Flushable Wipes 40x14
Swings and Hammocks ✨
Below are my recommendations for swings and hammocks to aid in sensory regulation. "Swinging is important for autistic people because its rhythmic motion provides crucial sensory input (vestibular and proprioceptive) that calms the nervous system, he...
A heavy duty swing for adults or kids to regulate and stim freely
Heavy Duty Coated Iron Chain Sensory Swing
An affordable but safe option for hanging your hammocks or swings!
Heavy Duty Hammock Hanging Kit
Perfect for couples, families or if you just want more space for your relaxation time.
43" Hanging Tree Swing - Waterproof
This one looks really sturdy and it's made for adults which can be really hard to find for a good price. Personally, if I wasn't gifted a swing, I would have saved up for one soon as it's been the most helpful regulation tool!
Indoor Therapy Swing for Autism/ADHD
A more colourful option for a sensory regulation swing!
Large Hammocks for Autism/ADHD
I love this swing so much! It has plenty of space to sit it and put your legs up. You can comfortably work on your laptop while using the chair, making it perfect for staying calm during work or when making phone calls.
Outdoor Patio Swinging Egg Chair Without Stand
Meals and eating ✨
Tools to help with meal times and making eating feel less triggering.
I use these plates for every meal as different food touching on my plate can cause meltdowns. I have 4 plates that I cycle through.
Divided Porcelain Adult Plate
These bowls are perfect for when you want a little bit of everything without it touching. Imagine eating curry but the curry, rice and nann were all in separate sections, the dream!
Ceramic Bowl - 3 Sections
The 2 section version of the porcelain divided bowls. The perfect solution to having different foods in your bowl without them touching.
Porcelain Bowl - 2 sections
This cookbook is catered to burnt-out neurodivergent folk who struggle with preparing meals for themselves!
Autistic Burnout Diet Cookbook: Sensory Recipes
I find that when I am burnt out, I really struggle to wash up dishes. Having compostable cutlery takes the pressure off having to clean but ensures I eat a meal.
Biodegradable Wooden Utensils 300 Piece Set
For times when I'm too exhausted to make breakfast, having a meal replacement drink like Sustagens dutch chocolate protein drink can be a lifesaver!
SUSTAGEN Ready to Drink Supplement Pack of 24