Why do we hug each other when we’re sad? Why do we hug each other when we’re happy? Why does a massage feel soooooooo good? Why does it feel nice to get under a pile of covers? There are so many occasions in our daily lives where we seek the...

What do you do when you are anxious? Do you pace? Do you chew on a pencil? Do you wring your hands or purse your lips or click a pen? In the past I’ve spoken about how fidget toys can be helpful and different ways to use them. Fidget toys...

We all fidget. We click our pens, twirl our feet, bite our nails, chew our hair, wiggle in our seat, pace, and so on and so on. How does fidgeting help you focus? Your browser does not support the audio element. “Stop squirming”! Sit down”! “Get that pen out of...

Making a calming space in your house sound relatively simple but there are a few things to consider when setting one up for your kiddo. Or even yourself! Your browser does not support the audio element. A calm down corner or a sensory space is great for all of us...

Does your child have trouble getting to sleep or staying asleep? Here are a few sensory tips you can do during the day, an hour before bedtime, or just before bedtime that may help. Ahh bed time. The calming sounds of “brush your teeth!”, “get your pajamas on!”, “Get out...