Tip of the Week
Hypersensitivity or hyposensitivity?
What is the difference? Well, hypersensitivity is an overreaction to sensory input which leads to a child feeling overwhelmed. Hyposensitivity is un underreaction where the child needs more intensive stimulation to engage them in activities. Do you recognise this in your child – or ?
Read MoreHappy Bonfire Night!
If you’re off out, have some fun but don’t forget to do some heavy work activities before venturing to the firework display! If the noise bothers you, take ear defenders. However, if you’re having the night in, why not enjoy some lovely craft activities to celebrate November 5th! Send us your pictures of what you…
Read MoreHalloween Night Tips!
Halloween can affect our sensory children in many ways due to the overwhelming sensory input from sights and sounds, crowds, clothing and much more. This can lead to meltdowns, anxiety and tears. Strategies that can be used are ear defenders, quiet areas, visual timetables or social stories.
Read MoreSurviving school holidays – tips!
Tips to survive the summer holidays! We all know our sensory children (and adults) find the summer holidays quite challenging. Try to focus on creating a structured environment, utilise your sensory tools and incorporate as many calming activities as you can. Ensure you establish routines, provide quiet spaces, plan ahead for all outings to minimise…
Read MoreSizzling Summer Sensory Hacks – travelling
There are lots of things you can do when travelling with your SPD child. Take a look at our helpful tips.
Read MoreSizzling Summer Sensory Hacks – applying suncream
Definitely a difficult area if you have an SPD child who dislikes the feel of it on their skin. Here are some ideas to help.
Read MoreSizzling Summer Sensory Hacks – sensory tools
Wherever you go, just remember to take a few bits and pieces to help your child regulate. This will minimise meltdowns and anxiety.
Read MoreSizzling Summer Sensory Hacks – staying cool!
There’s lots of tips on here to do just that. Remember, some sensory and autistic children have lots of anxiety around the summer break due to the break in routine.
Read MoreSizzling Summer Sensory Hacks – school’s out!
There’s lots of tips below to try below during the summer holidays. Give us a shout if you’re stuck!
Read MoreSizzling Summer Sensory Hacks – calming activities
Everyone can get a little bit nervous when going on holiday but don’t forget to do lots of calming activities beforehand. It really works!
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