Using Coloring and Doodling to Support Regulation and Mindfulness
Coloring and doodling are often seen as simple, fun activities. But for many children, they’re also powerful tools for…
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Wired for Communication: How Early Brain Plasticity Shapes Speech in Neurodivergent Children
As a parent or educator, you know that early childhood is a time of wonder and discovery. It’s also…
What Is the 5-4-3-2-1 Grounding Technique (And Why Does It Matter)?
The 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique is a simple, sensory-based mindfulness practice that helps kids feel calm, present, and in control….
A Gentle, Sensory-Aware Approach to Bedtime Routines
Bedtime battles can wear down even the most patient parents. If your evenings often involve stalling, tears, or endless…
Exploring Your Child’s Sensory Preferences
If you’ve ever wondered why your child avoids certain textures, seeks out movement constantly, or gets overwhelmed by sounds…
Speech Delays? Understanding the 6 Muscle Groups Behind Talking
As a parent of a child with speech delays, you may have visited numerous specialists and explored different therapies,…
9 Tips for Helping Others Understand Your Child’s Sensory Needs
Supporting a neurodivergent child means not only understanding their sensory needs but also effectively communicating those needs to others….
Person-First or Identity-First Language?
Language matters, especially when it comes to how we describe identity. You may have heard debates about whether it…
Wobbles, Wiggles, and Wins: Helping Kids Strengthen Their Balance
Balance is a crucial skill for children, influencing everything from their ability to walk and run to their success…
Sensory Validation — Validate to Help Regulate
This chicken is spicy! No, it’s not. You’re fine. Just eat it. But it’s spicy! Eat it or no…
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