If your child’s sensory needs are being addressed in the school environment, one assessment that could have been used by your child’s therapist is the Sensory Profile 2, School Companion Questionnaire. This is something that may have been discussed at…
If your child is receiving occupational therapy (OT) services at school, something that may have been mentioned are their sensory needs. Prior to receiving interventions in the school setting, you may have heard from teachers that your child is fidgety,…
With the weather so hot, most families are trying to cool down by going to their local pool or lake, swimming in the backyard, or playing with water toys! But did you know there is a therapeutic benefit when kids…
Many children have trouble falling or staying asleep, especially children who have sensory processing difficulties. If you are looking for ways to help improve your child’s sleep, try the following strategies: 1. Shut off screens 30-60 minutes before bedtime. Research…
A sensory break allows for time to decompress, reset, and receive the input necessary to feel more regulated. Also known as a brain break or movement break, when a child gets a quick sensory break, they are able to move,…