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Early Intervention for Children with Sensory Needs
Babies are born with sensory needs. As parents and caretakers, we address those needs daily...
Seven Ideas for Pet Therapy
We all love our pets and the benefits they provide are simply immeasurable. Whether you own a dog,...
6 Strategies to Manage Stress in Middle School
My tweens are back to school. 7th grade. I've sent 2 down this road already and I know this year...
Eight Tips for Grandchildren with Autism
There is a special bond between a grandparent and a grandchild. What...
Building a Sensory Diet for Your Classroom
Calling all sensory savvy teachers! Integrating a sensory diet in your classroom can lead to...
Checklist to Create Your Own Sensory Space
If you have ever stepped into a multi-sensory room, you have immediately experienced a kind of...
How Do You Know If Your Child Has Sensory Issues or a Behavior Problem?
When your child is forgetful, aggressive or easily stressed, is it a behavior problem or a sensory...
“There's Three of Them and only One of Me”
We received an email from one of our customers, Celina, back in 2013 about Fun and Function's role...
The Love Becomes a Part of You
Laura is an incredibly intelligent, kind, thoughtful person and we knew right away that she was a...
"I've Learned to Relax and Let my Kids Be Kids"
We first featured Marj Hatzell (known on the Internet through her blog The Domestic Goddess) back...
"Triple the Work and Triple the Joy"
Amanda, a wonderful mother and friend of Fun and Function agreed to share a bit of her story of her...
Special Needs Out and About: Take Me Out to the Ball Game!
Even though you may still be experiencing the winter blues, Major League Baseball is in...
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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...
