Snow days... disruptive or sensory gold?! When snow falls, everything slows as schools and businesses close and routines change. For most people snow days are exciting - getting all bundled up to enjoy a winter wonderland. However, for many neurodivergent people, the disruption can be upsetting and stressful and the...
Read More
Visual aids and timetables are a simple yet transformative tool to support regulation, communication, and independence in sessions. Many neurodivergent people need structure and routine to feel calm and comfortable. In our sessions, we use visual timetables and 'now, next' boards to help our attendees understand the plan for the...
Read More
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...
Read More
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...
Read More
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...
Read More
Older Entries »
[hupso]
Top
