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Tips for Sensory-Friendly Bath Time
As the end of the day draws near and it’s time to take a bath, many parents find that their...
The Best Games to Improve Visual Perceptual Skills
You’ve probably never given any thought to the fact that you can see words on a billboard and...
5 Tips For Mealtime Success
Feeding and mealtimes are often stressful for a variety of reasons. Your toddler might be going...
So You Think You Stim?
Stimming is most commonly associated with autism. However, we all engage in some sort of...
Object Attachment and Autism
What Is Object Attachment?Object attachment is when someone is emotionally attached to an...
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...
Signs of Sensory Processing Disorder in a 3-Year-Old
Are you troubled by some behaviors that you are seeing in your 3-year old? Chances are they may be...
Four Strategies to Improve Toileting Through Interoception
What Is Interoception?Interoception, otherwise known as the eighth sense, is the awareness of how...
How to Establish a Healthy Sleep Routine
Is your child sleeping enough? The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that 6-12...
Are Sensory Spaces for Adults?
Sensory processing disorder is not something you simply outgrow. However, as people age,...
The Four Most Popular Skill-Building OT Tools
If your child is receiving occupational therapy, you know firsthand that your therapist is an...
Sensory Hallways Help Refocus Attention and Learning
For many kids, having to sit still and be quiet through an entire school day can seem like an...
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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...
