Tag Archive: sensory processing disorder

sensory-friendly Halloween

Navigating a Sensory-Friendly Halloween

We're learning to make the world a little less fearful for our son...including a sensory-friendly Halloween that the whole family can enjoy. 

Jamie Sumner
OT Awareness Month

Occupational Therapy for Children

Recognizing OT Awareness Month, for the OTs that helped us adapt to our son with Down syndrome and most importantly, helped him adapt to the world.

Aimee Sharp
special needs parenting

Parenting Children with Special Needs: I’m So Good I Failed My Kids

I was so good at special needs parenting, I failed both my son with cerebral palsy and my typical twins. But I'm learning from all these "Aha" moments.

Jamie Sumner
sensory friendly

Chasing the Sensory Friendly Easter Bunny

Sensory friendly experiences create an inclusive environment for all children. Here's how your child can enjoy a trip to visit the Easter Bunny.

Jamie Sumner
sensory processing disorder

Here’s What a Sensory Processing Disorder Really Looks Like

Most of us naturally filter various stimuli without a thought, but to those with sensory processing disorder, they get caught in a traffic jam of senses.

Jamie Sumner
Playdates for Children with Special Needs

Playdates for Children with Special Needs

Playdates for children with special needs help kids and their families connect with others in an environment that promotes inclusion.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS