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#DreamDifferent with Michael Kutcher
We’d like to introduce you to a disability rights activist, motivational speaker, gamechanger,...
How to Choose the Best Weighted Blanket for Kids and Adults
Coming home to relax and unplug after a long day is easy for some - and less easy for others. Even...
Top Ten Toys for Kids With Developmental Delays
As a physical therapist, I am often asked for toy suggestions from...
Test Taking Strategies
Most adults, not to mention kids, get nervous when a test is involved. Learning how to take a...
Tips for Encouraging Social Skills
Communication is universal, but speech is what makes us uniquely human.
A clear conversation can...
ADHD? 7 Simple Strategies to Organize Now!
The brain is complex, no doubt. It is literally the computer system for the human body. Without...
Prepare to Celebrate the Winter Break with These 5 Sensory Tips
You better watch out! The winter holidays are here and whether you are celebrating with family,...
Low Tone? 7 Daily Strategies
What is tone? Tone is the amount of resistance in a muscle belly at rest. For example, if I were...
Pack the Perfect Backpack for School
It's back to school time with the anticipation of new friends and new routines – and must-have...
On a Roll! Learning Mobility
Move, rock and swing! The body's vestibular system is behind the motion, providing balance and...
Sensory Savvy Trick-or-Treating Tips
Trick or treat! Fall season is just around the corner and, depending on your sensory threshold,...
Packing Lists for Sensory Savvy Campers!
Getting ready to send your sensory-sensitive child to sleep away camp? Chances are just being away...
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Flapping or Jumping? How to Cope with Sensory Overload
When your body receives sensory information, your brain processes it and determines the appropriate response. For example, when you hear your name being called, you look up. When you touch something hot, you instinctively pull your hand away. This is...-
2021 Holiday Gift Guide: Shop by Sensory Type
Good things come in different packages! Find the perfect gift for playful activities, calming or energizing, or stress relief. Our therapists, led by Adina Steinberg OTR/L, curated this collection of sensory essentials for the holidays. Find... -
Heel First! Strategies to Prevent and Reduce Toe Walking
Does your child walk on the toes or balls of the feet? Toe walking can lead to falling, and may be symptomatic of vestibular issues and developmental delays. Try our movement activities to help prevent and reduce toe walking. Remember to encourage... -
Sensory Survival For Teens
This post was originally posted on 06/19/2017. It was updated for accuracy and comprehensiveness on 07/15/2021 Teens don't like to stand out so it's vital to find subtle ways to address their changing sensory needs. Whether your teen is a sensory... -
Valentine’s Day Sensory Solutions
It's the one day of the year when we all think of LOVE. Valentine's Day is all about chocolate, hearts, cards, roses and …..Meltdowns!!! For your sensory deprived or over-stimulated child, Valentine's Day may feel more like….Oh no! Maybe your child... -
9 Tips for Navigating Holidays with Special Needs
Does your child get overwhelmed by holiday cheer? Our team at Fun and Function has put together a few tips to ease the challenge of the holiday season with a family member who has special needs.1. Share the PlanTalk openly about what your plans are...
