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Sensory Compression Tank Top “Hug Shirt”

Wearing this tight, compression tank top underneath your child’s typical clothing provides deep tactile input that is calming for the nervous system. Dr. Pinocchio describes it is as wearing a bear hug. This can be helpful to wear in big environments such as a classroom to result in less seeking behaviors.

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Honey Bear Straw Cup

These honey bear straws are our recommendation for teaching how to drink from a straw. Drinking from a straw is the best for our oral motor skills which impact speech and feeding.

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Swing

This lycra swing comes with hardware for easy installation in your home. A swing is the #1 item families purchase after starting to work on their child’s sensory system. A swing provides vestibular input which is calming to the nervous system and can promote regulation and engagement.

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Sensory Brushes

When working directly with an OT, it may be recommended to implement a brushing protocol into your child’s daily routines to assist with tactile sensitivity and overall regulation. These brushes provide just that! *follow protocol from occupational therapist

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Magnesium Lotion

Evidence shows that magnesium can help with falling asleep and staying asleep for a good night for all! This lotion is an easy way to get magnesium into a child’s bedtime routine.

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Chewy Necklace

Seeking oral input by mouthing fingers, hands, clothing, and toys can be a sign that a child is attempting to regulate and soothe their nervous system. Providing a safer option to chew can be helpful!

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Z-Vibe

This tool provides vibration and can be used inside and outside of the mouth to help with sensory processing and oral motor skills. *to be used under direction of your occupational or speech therapist

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Jigglers

A fun, chewable vibration tool for kids benefitting from additional sensory input.

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Weighted Blanket

Evidence shows that sleeping with a weighted blanket can reduce anxiety and improve sleep. For children who benefit from an increased amount of deep tactile input, a weighted blanket could be recommended for sleep and calming spaces. Follow your OT’s guidelines for the most appropriate weight.

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Compression Sheet

A compression sheet wraps around a mattress and provides a “cocoon like” sleeping environment. This can be cozy and regulating for children who benefit from increased tactile and proprioceptive input.

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Noise Cancelling Headphones

For kids sensitive to auditory input, noise cancelling headphones can facilitate regulation and/or focus and attention in the classroom. 

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Fidget Chair Bands

Chair bands create an opportunity for children to move their bodies while maintaining focus and not disrupting others. Can be used at school on desk chairs or at home at dining room chairs for mealtime!

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