Does your child need deep pressure therapy? Deep pressure stimulation can be done at home with these fun and easy 11 activities!
Learn how to use deep pressure to help your kid calm down and focus. And, discover over 9 deep pressure activities you can use in your home.
Does your child need deep pressure therapy? Deep pressure stimulation can be done at home with these fun and easy 11 activities!
Deep pressure activities for toddlers and kids. Help them feel calmer and regulated with these activities you can do at home or school.
Learn how to use deep pressure to help your kid calm down and focus. And, discover over 9 deep pressure activities you can use in your home.
Discover how deep pressure stimulation therapy can help your child feel relaxed and give natural anxiety relief!
Does your child need deep pressure therapy? Deep pressure stimulation can be done at home with these fun and easy 11 activities!
Sensory brushing is a form of sensory input using a handheld brush. Here's what an experienced OT has to say about the brushing protocol.
Does your child need deep pressure therapy? Deep pressure stimulation can be done at home with these fun and easy 11 activities!
Does your child need deep pressure therapy? Deep pressure stimulation can be done at home with these fun and easy 11 activities!
Deep pressure sensory tools & activities are calming for the body & brain, but they also increase focus & attention for learning in students!
Over 80 amazing, simple proprioceptive activities for kids. Learn benefits of proprioceptive input to calm, focus, and alert.
Discover how deep pressure stimulation therapy can help your child feel relaxed and give natural anxiety relief!
Deep pressure sensory tools & activities are calming for the body & brain, but they also increase focus & attention for learning in students!
This calming cozy cocoon activity is as relaxing as it sounds, and is so incredibly easy to do that you may be kicking yourself for not having thought of it sooner. The concept of being in a cozy cocoon is simple: the tightness and deep pressure of the blanket provides a sense of calmness and […]
Need calming sensory activities? Deep pressure can quickly help calm an anxious or overstimulated child without a lot of planning or equipment
Item description This 15 page Occupational Therapy Resource package explores Deep Pressure and Heavy Work Activities. Heavy work activities (i.e.: proprioceptive input) can be used for individuals with sensory processing difficulties to help increase attention and modulate arousal. The premise behind these activities is to help their bodies receive regular input into their muscles and joints so they can get the input they crave and settle their bodies down. All kids need this! But some individuals with under-active neurological systems will need it even more. These activities are wonderful for providing children with the input they crave including deep proprioception and joint compression. This package includes strategies and recommendations including whole body, hands and oral strategies for use both within the classroom and within home environments.
Deep pressure sensory tools & activities are calming for the body & brain, but they also increase focus & attention for learning in students!
Deep pressure sensory tools & activities are calming for the body & brain, but they also increase focus & attention for learning in students!
Does your child need deep pressure therapy? Deep pressure stimulation can be done at home with these fun and easy 11 activities!
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What is deep pressure therapy (or deep touch pressure) and can it help autism and anxiety for adults and children? See what the science says, as well as how to best get the benefits in your life. We cover everything from deep pressure therapy dogs to deep pressure products.
Over 80 amazing, simple proprioceptive activities for kids. Learn benefits of proprioceptive input to calm, focus, and alert.
Learn some of the best deep pressure activities for toddlers! These calming sensory strategies will have a calming effect on your child's nervous system and
Deep pressure sensory tools & activities are calming for the body & brain, but they also increase focus & attention for learning in students!
Does your child need deep pressure therapy? Deep pressure stimulation can be done at home with these fun and easy 11 activities!
Learn how to use deep pressure to help your kid calm down and focus. And, discover over 9 deep pressure activities you can use in your home.
Deep pressure sensory tools & activities are calming for the body & brain, but they also increase focus & attention for learning in students!
Folks in our sensory community swear by their crash pad! Here are five terrific sensory crash pad activities you can do at home.
We're excited to share this comprehensive guide on proprioceptive input – a crucial element in your child's sensory development. From climbing and jumping to heavy lifting and deep pressure activities, proprioception plays a key role in enhancing body awareness, coordination, and self-regulation. Inside this handout, you'll discover: - Ideas for activities: Explore a range of activities designed to provide proprioceptive input. From pillow forts to animal walks, these activities can easily be integrated into your child's daily routine. Activities should be recommended by an occupational therapist for best outcomes. - Understanding Sensory Needs: Learn how proprioceptive input impacts your child's sensory processing. Discover signs that may indicate a need for more or less proprioceptive input. Empower your child to thrive by harnessing the power of proprioception!
Deep pressure sensory tools & activities are calming for the body & brain, but they also increase focus & attention for learning in students!
The other day, when perusing Fat Brain Toys, I came across Sensory Stepping Stones. Now, those who know me well know that I only cruise through shops and online stores for ideas. I'm not a money-spender, by nature. Immediately, my light bulb flashed on, "I can do this! My kids would love this!" My favorite things combined: creating, hands-on learning, and my kids! I cut ovals of cardboard and glued different materials on. Tonight I'll grab some slip-proof shelf-liner for the other side, so we can also use these on the wood floors, without risk of injury.Just glue plastic, wash clothes, make-up sponges, fur fabric, squishy wash netting, etc to cardboard. When it dries, cut around edges. Glue shelf liner on the other side. And you are done. Enjoy hours of activities! Use them for: counting; using descriptive words; blindfolding & identifying each one; gross motor skills-- hop, small steps, large steps, etc depending on step placement; Little Lad played with this for a loooong time, but the other kids all enjoyed it, too. I'm building up my "station" materials this summer. Check out other great activities at these sites: MPM School Supplies and The Educator's Spin On It wrote to let me know that they've used this idea on their site. Thanks, guys! I hope kids everywhere are enjoying it!
Many of you may have heard of weighted cushions, vests, and blankets before. They are a great calming tool for many kids on the spectrum. Here is a simple DIY project of how to make your own weighted cushion: What you'll need: Fabric of your little ones choice, calico or another strong fabric, rice (I used 3kgs), and patience for sewing! Step one: So that this can be made to your own specific size, lay out the desired weight of rice along the calico so you can use that as a base for your measurements. I felt 3kgs would be a good weight for Maddy so that's what we went with (you can make this as big or as small as you desire - within reason of course!) Step two: Sew up the end of the calico twice to ensure none of the rice sneak out! Step Three: Fill up the calico bag with the 3 kilos of rice or alternatively to keep the rice spread out evenly fill with 1kg then sew a line to divide and continue with the 2nd and 3rd kg bags of rice sectioning off between them also. Step Four: Once you have secured the rice in there with the most extreme end stitching you can do, lay it flat on the table to measure the cover fabric. Ensure one of the sides of the cover fabric is slightly longer so that you can achive a 'pillow like' close when the cover is put on. Step Five: Admire how cute it looks! I decided to make 2 separate covers so that we can remove and clean if there are spills etc. This also meant that Maddy got to choose more fabric which she will never complain about! Here is our second cover It is recommended not to exceed 10% of your child's body weight when getting them used to weighted therapy (which is why I chose 3kgs for my daughter.) They should use it during such activities like: Start of the day, during written work or homework, during stressful activities (base this on what you child feels anxious about whether it be meeting new people or doing the shopping), at the end of the day, during special classes such as music or art. The time shouldn't be more than an hour and there should be at least an hour break in between uses. The weighted cushion that I have created here is suited for her to use at home or at school. I designed it to be long because I intend to use it three different ways. The first being when she is laying down on the couch with her feet up and the cushion on her lap at the start and end of the day, the second is on her shoulders when she is feeling anxious, and the third is across her lap when she is sitting at her desk at home or at school. ** Disclaimer** These weighted cushions should be used with direction or advice of a therapist, and should only be used while under adult supervision - in case you didn't already know :)
Deep pressure sensory tools & activities are calming for the body & brain, but they also increase focus & attention for learning in students!
Proprioception activities such as heavy work have been shown to improve attention and concentration, improve body awareness, and regulate arousal levels. Heavy work can be calming for students with autism or sensory regulation difficulties. The activities on this poster are specifically designed so...
Deep pressure sensory tools & activities are calming for the body & brain, but they also increase focus & attention for learning in students!
