New Year’s Eve Sensory Tips!
New Year’s Eve Sensory Tips – we know sometimes on New Year’s Eve, some families have a tradition where they set off some fireworks to see in the New Year. However, fireworks can be an unexpected stress problem for our children with sensory processing issues.
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Here are some ideas to combat the difficulties this evening may bring:
* Increase heavy work activities throughout the day
* Talk about fireworks (plan ahead)
* Watch the television with the volume at a tolerable level
* At bedtime, use a weighted blanket (adhere to OT advice)
* Use ear defenders (if during the day)
* Play music in your child’s bedroom
* Watch for triggers to prevent meltdowns
* Have a bath and warm milky drink before bedtime
We truly hope you have a lovely evening and your children sleep soundly.
Other New Year’s Eve sensory tips
Heavy work activities
https://www.treetopsoccupationaltherapy.co.uk/sensory-overload-christmas-tips/
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