Tag Archives: spd

Sorry my sensory child needs a home day

Posted on June 22, 2015 by ofamily

A phrase I often dread having to say – “sorry we can not make it today my kids need a day at home to relax.” As a mom of 2 kids with sensory processing disorder this is often followed by … Continue reading →

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sensory processing and a therapy tunnel

Posted on August 6, 2014 by ofamily

I have to admit we have not bought that many sensory specific items for the kids. We have the trampoline and the big exercise ball that they use. I did buy the body brush (which we have used on and off … Continue reading →

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A little bit of quiet in a busy house

Posted on July 5, 2014 by ofamily

Our house has been unusually busy this last week. Pink’s Ouma is visiting from South Africa and their dad is on holiday so there is not as much quiet and down time as Pink likes and to be honest needs. … Continue reading →

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Sensory Overload

Posted on June 6, 2014 by ofamily

Pink has been managing so well with the move and the all the changes and then today, it all came crashing down around us. Pink needs routine, she needs control over her environment and she needs warning about change. Today … Continue reading →