Touch (the tactile sense) is all around us — from the clothes we wear, to the handshakes we give, to the textures of food or toys. But not everyone experiences touch in the same way. Some people love certain types of touch, while others find it overwhelming or uncomfortable. Understanding...
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Have you ever noticed that you (or your child) move constantly, crash into furniture, push too hard in play, or struggle to sit still? Or maybe the opposite is true... actively avoiding movement, inexplicably fearful of climbing, jumping etc. These are often signs that the body's awareness system, is craving...
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As parents and carers, we all want to help our children manage big feelings, sensory overload, and tricky behaviours in ways that build confidence and help them stay calm. When emotions run high it can be hard to know what to do in the moment. This blog is focused on...
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It's our aim to share fantastic self-regulation techniques with you and this post focuses on Finished Box; a simple but powerful tool to support regulation, transitions, and dignity in letting go of items. Please note; while this has been written with parent/carers in mind, the principles apply to ALL ages. What is...
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In an occupational therapy context, jumping is a powerful (and fun!), whole-body sensory regulation tool that can help with energy release, body organisation, and emotional balance. What is it? Repeated up-and-down movements help people increase awareness of their body's position and the force it is using, as well as supporting balance...
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