As a mom with a toddler who’s autistic we face day to day challenges and these items have made life just a bit easier for us both!
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Nighttime Routine Must Haves
Fun INDOORS!
Therapist Recommended
Sensory musts
Car rides!
Nighttime Routine Must Haves
This has been so helpful for my son! He has had sleep issues since he was 6 months old but when we added this to our bedtime routine I’ve seen a lot of improvement!
Bedtime Lotion | Sleep Lotion for Babies & Toddlers
This has helped my son so many times when getting him ready for bedtime, he will lay and watch the lights calmly, its such a huge help in regulating him
Astronaut Galaxy Projector 360° Adjustable
Great for helping my son calm his body
Dream Weighted Blanket for Toddlers & Kids Ages 3-8
Fun INDOORS!
My son absolutely loves trampoline! He uses it to jump but also as a ball pit! He’s a high sensory seeker and this has been the best purchase yet!
kids trampoline indoor sold on Temu United States
Top favorite in my household!
Foam Ball Pit
My son loves climbing on this, I love that it’s portable and easy to put up if need be! I put it on a play mat and just let him go
Montessori Pikler Sets for Kids
One of my sons favorites! We use it to help calm him down when he’s in sensory over load and it works wonders! It’s great indoors or outdoors! Another perk, it grows with your little!
TALECO Gear Toddler 3-in-1 Swing Set
My son has so much fun playing with his slide! Great for sensory input!
Little Tikes® First Slide
My son loves building with these but mostly loves when it falls down and he gets that clicking noise as all the tiles stick together
Michaels
I love love love these! My son tried a to eat everything but doesn’t like the taste of the beeswax!
Beeswax Crayons
My son loves these its part of his everyday routine
JOYIN Turtle Balance Stepping Stones, 6 Pcs
Therapist Recommended
For those littles who need the pressure! My son has major sensory meltdowns and this has been life changing! I love that we can change the weight if needed and its tight fitting, it feels like a hug but he can still move around and stim if he needs
Weighted Vest for Kids with Sensory Needs (Small, Ages 2-4)
My son absolutely loves sitting and bouncing on this as well as I use it for pressure rolling it on him to help calm him during meltdowns
Peanut Ball - Amazon.com
Works wonders for my son when he gets over stimulated!
Special Supplies Sensory Brush Therapressure
We use these on our windows to try and distract my son from banging his head into the window! Absolutely love and so far it has worked wonders!
LiKee Strong Suction Cup Fidget Bath Toy
These are great for helping littles communicate when they can’t tell us
My Feeling Bean Bags
My son doesn’t do well with loud noises so we got this and they help a ton!
Kids Noise Cancelling Headphones
Sensory musts
My son loves sitting and watching the bubbles and fish, it really helps calm him down during his meltdowns
Bubble Tube | Autism Floor Lamp | Sensory Items
My son loves playing with his it helps with motor skills, colors, and numbers! Easy to store the pieces! I would recommend for 2 and up!
Build Up Hand Muscles with Spike the Fine Motor Hedgehog
We have several versions of these! My son loves doing them with me and always gets excited when we get one right!
Shape Sorter
My son loves this pillow! It helps him with sensory overload but he also likes to lay his head on it for sensory input!
Special Supplies Vibrating Ball Pillow for Kids
My son’s absolute favorite toy! It gives such great sensory input and he loves how much it spins
Berry President Transparent Electric Gear Toy
Car rides!
This has been a life saver at times in the car! My son hates being rear facing so we’ve had to get extremely creative and this has been one of the best finds so far!
Dinosaur Montessori Learning Toy for Toddlers
My top pick on car finds! I absolutely love being able to see my son and making sure he’s ok while being able to pay attention to the road so much better
