Here is a list of the Sensory Processing Disorder tools that we have turned to over the past few years. We know that they may seem unorthodox but they can truly help your child if they are a sensory seeker or sensory avoider. By implementing these tools and products into your daily life you can increase your child’s happiness and of control of their life. This will help them adjust to new stimuli and challenges that life presents which will help them adjust as they get older. Making attempts to improve your child’s happiness and their flexibly with sensory input will help them become more stable as an adult. Making these changes to your daily life can also be extremely beneficial to your own sanity and happiness, which is of equal.
Item | Helps With? | Cost | Features |
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Weighted Blanket | Falling Asleep and staying asleep, Anxiety, Helps kids feel calm | $68.99 | Great for sensory input, Flannel/Fleece, Easy to wash, Comes in different sizes and colors |
Weighted Lap Pad | Soothes Anxiety and Wiggles, Self-Regulation | $23.99 | Portable for travel and school needs, Soft, Washable, Comes in different sizes and colors |
Body Brush | Anxiety, Calming, Centering, Preparing a child for an event or focused attention | $5.40 | Comes with 2, Easy-to-grip, Greater density of bristles for more consistent treatment |
Pod Swing Indoor/Outdoor | Gives children secure place to calm down and feel safe, Anxiety | $68.95 | Indoor or Outdoor, Sturdy, Comes with everything to secure installation |
Socks | Kids that have issues with the seams on socks | S10.00 | Comfort Seam for kids sensitive to seams, comes in different sizes, well made, |
Therapy Hand Putty | Reduce anxiety and stress, Used in Occupational Therapy | $8.35 | Non-scented, Comes in different sizes and colors |
Sensory Sack | Calming, Deep pressure and resistance, Coordination and Spatial Positioning | $40.99 | No velcro, Tubular sleeves, Comes in different colors and sizes, Great for playtime and therapy |