The Sensory Spectrum

Make fireworks more enjoyable for your sensory-sensitive kids with practical tips that help reduce stress, increase comfort and create a more positive outing experience! “The tricky part about the 4th of July and fireworks was always making sure my kids felt safe and comfortable. My son never liked loud noises as a kid and hated...

“One of the painful parts of parenting a child with special needs is dealing with comments and questions from concerned family members. Most of the time, these remarks arise from love for the child and consideration for the well-being of the whole family. But the questions and comments don’t always come out that way, and...

Having an SPD kid can really test your patience. On so many boards I see parents who are feeling bad for yelling at their kids… but we’re all human and sometimes don’t have the reserves left. In the middle of tantrums, power struggles, sensory overload, and stressful parenting moments, it is easy to react from...

The BalanceFrom fitness ball is a large anti-burst exercise ball designed for movement, exercise, seating and sensory-based activities, and it includes a pump for quick setup and inflation. The ball is available in multiple sizes and colors to support different ages and needs. BalanceFrom Anti-Burst and Slip Resistant Fitness Ball with Pump Why It Stands...

“With weighted sensory items, the extra weight gives input to the body for kids who have an under-responsive system, helping wake up the system as well give a physical outlet for extra energy. We use heavy work to help our kiddo calm down and focus both at home and at school. For example, at school he...