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Making Air Travel a Sensory-Friendly Experience
Jump To:Aren’t Airports Already AccessibleInclusive Solutions from Door to DoorThe airport...
How to Build Your Own Sensory Break
Incorporating sensory breaks throughout the day can make a huge difference for your child. If you...
What Is a Sensory Deficit?
A sensory deficit is when someone’s senses do not function properly. It happens when the sensory...
Flapping or Jumping? How to Cope with Sensory Overload
When your body receives sensory information, your brain processes it and determines the...
What is a Sensory Seeker?
Sensory seekers under-respond to sensory input, so they generally crave extra input. This is...
Not Just Vests: 6 Compression Strategies
Does your child have sensory integration disorder (SPD)? If so, you may be familiar with the...
What is Visual Perceptual Delay?
Visual perception is the ability to process information that you see. It’s common to have a...
Time to Swing!
Make time to swing regardless of the weather! You can set up a sensory swing system indoors or...
6 Benefits of Jumping
Can you jump six inches or a foot high? Can you land on a specific spot? Jump over a log or off a...
Holiday 2021: New & Popular Gifts
It’s that time of year again! Whether you’re a sensory pro or new to the game, finding that...
2021 Holiday Gift Guide: Shop by Sensory Type
Good things come in different packages! Find the perfect gift for playful activities, calming or...
6 Strategies for Executive Function Disorder
Are you familiar with Executive Function Disorder (EFD)? In layman's terms, it's a chronic pattern...
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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...
