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5 Tips to Reduce Sensory Meltdown
5 WAYS TO REDUCE SENSORY MELTDOWNS OVER THE HOLIDAYSEver notice how sensory meltdowns spike during...
Autism Elopement: 10 Safety Strategies
Autism elopement or wandering is a common challenge. Sometimes children with autism roam to a...
OT Awareness Month: Celebrating Those We Serve
April is a Occupational Therapy Awareness Month. The American Occupational Therapy Association...
7 Tips for Mealtimes with Picky Eaters
Mealtimes can be a time of fun and great company, but can also be very stressful for everyone...
Sensory Play! Swing for Doorway
When purchasing swings, people often overlook the benefits of a swing bar. Most people grab the...
Checklist of Sensory-friendly School Supplies
What can help your child calm and focus at school? Sensory-friendly school supplies to the rescue!...
8 Tips to Ease into your School Routine
Back to school already! Kids and adults can find it tough to adjust to the school routine after...
Sensory chew to calm and de-stress
Chew on this! A sensory chew or chewelry is a playful tool for sensory integration, oral motor...
6 Actividades Divertidas Con Tu Scooter
Nos encantan los scooters, estos juguetes de 4 ruedas con la superficie plana en la que te puedes...
Herramientas Sensoriales Para Las Vacaciones
¿Vas a salir de vacaciones?
¡Empaca las herramientas sensoriales antes de salir de casa!...
6 Fun Activities on your Scooter Board
We love scooter boards and crawlers, those 4 wheeled toys with the flat surface that you can sit...
ESTRATEGIAS PARA PREVENIR QUE LOS NIÑOS CAMINEN DE PUNTAS
¿Tu hijo camina sobre los dedos o las puntas de los pies?
Caminar asi puede provocar caídas,...
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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...
