The Importance of Hugging
To Hug, Or Not To Hug, That Is The Question! Valentine’s Day is the day of love. During this day, it is acceptable to show others how you feel by physically...
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Sensory Body Socks- Deep Pressure Stimulation
Have a kid that’s always bouncing off the walls? Do they love to crash into everything? Do you wish your child had an easier time relaxing? Then, a sensory body...
Toys for Sensory Development
Autism can bring difficulties in interpreting common sensory inputs such as sound, taste, touch, etc. This can make day-to-day times overwhelming for a child, whose sensitivity to some textures or...
Sensory Pea Pod for Special Needs
What is a Sensory Pea Pod? Do you have or do you know a child that has concentration difficulties, autism, ADHD, regular meltdowns or tantrums, or trouble sleeping? The Pea...
Sensory Pillows for Special Needs
What is Vibration Therapy for Autism? Vibration has many therapeutic benefits for people of all ages, with or without sensory processing disorders. Vibrations are recognized through the touch and...
Back to School Tips
Christmas break can be a great time to see friends and family and recharge your batteries. Going back to school after the fun and relaxation of the holidays can be...
The Best Books for Children under the Spectrum & Neurodiverse Kids
One of the most wonderful things about a book is its ability to reveal to us a little piece of ourselves. When we can relate to a story or a...
Summer must-haves for special needs kids
Summer means long days at outdoor music festivals or carnivals, trips to the beach or maybe a day out picking plums and peaches at a local farm. Summer can be...
Bilateral Coordination for Children
Why is bilateral coordination important Bilateral coordination (bilateral integration) is the ability to use both sides of the body to complete daily tasks. During child development, bilateral coordination plays an...
Tips for Planning Day Trips with Special Needs Kids
Now’s the time when families start considering and booking vacations for the summer. But for the parents of children with special needs, thinking about a vacation takes a whole other...
Fine motor skills activities for kids
You wake up, check your phone, eat some breakfast, make and pack some lunches, button your shirt or blouse, zip your pants, brush your teeth, comb your hair, pull on...
Tips for Teaching Students With Autism
“It’s impossible to handle her.” “He’s totally disruptive and creates a ruckus in my class.” “What an attention seeker!” “Do you think she should be attending regular school?” “He can’t...