The SPD (Sensory Processing Disorder) Blog

Welcome to The SPD (Sensory Processing Disorder) Blog.

Thank you for taking the time to join me in our SPD adventures.

Here you will find all the latest updates, changes, new information, and personal comments/questions from myself as well as my readers.

What's on your mind? Feel free to email me and express your concerns, questions, stories, and feedback.

I look forward to keeping you updated on the latest Sensory Processing Disorder information!

Together, we WILL make a difference!

Go tell your children how much you love them and give them a great big bear hug [ great for deep pressure/calming input ] ;0)

Take good care. Michele

May 12, 2008, Eating!!!!!!

My name is Jessica and my son's name is AJ. He is 3 years and 8 months old. I've posted here before about his language disorder. OK... I have read

May 12, 2008, Sudden Difficulties Eating
(tiny bites and food only in front of mouth)

My granddaughter, age 7, has mild SPD particularly in the areas of proprioceptive and vestibular systems. She also has low muscle tone. She has motor

May 12, 2008, Eating Habits/Getting a Diagnosis

Hi: I am the parent of a 6 year-old boy who I believe has SPD. He was a 34 week preemie, and was delivered by emergency c-section. I know that

May 12, 2008, Spd And Relationship To Parents

I have a 7 year old son who has SPD has always had a good happy relationship with both of us parents and especially his dad. Over the last 2 months he

May 12, 2008, Deagan's Story

This is the story of my son. He will be 3 soon and I as his mother knew from the start of his first year that something just wasn't right. He

May 6, 2008, Pre school teachers and discipline

I am a parent of a 3 year old boy with, what I believe is, SPD. He was a 34 week preemie, breech and c section. WE have been dealing with all of this

May 3, 2008, Special Diets of Gluten, Soy, Dairy etc.

Hello, My son is 3 1/2 and he has Hypotonia, speech delay, physical delay. However he has come a long way since we put tubes in his ears two months

May 3, 2008, Your Child Might Have An IEP If...

The Foxworthy Test applied to IEP's is quite funny! Check out THIS article entitled Your child might have an IEP if... Come have a good laugh!

May 3, 2008, Wilbarger Brushing Protocol:  Who Can Do It?

Are you confused about the Wilbarger Brushing Protocol? Find out here, who can do it... OT's, parents, other caregrivers? Whose allowed?

May 3, 2008, What Do You Expect?

Well... what do YOU expect? Out of the mouths of babes...check out this funny story from one of our SPD kiddos.

May 3, 2008, Weighted Vests

Using weighted vests for organizing and calming children with sensory processing disorders

May 3, 2008, Weighted Blankets

Use weighted blankets to calm and relax those high energy kids or to calm children/adults with sensory processing disorders

May 2, 2008, Sensory Processing Disorder Treatment Guidelines

General treatment guidelines for sensory processing disorder/sensory integration dysfunction

May 2, 2008, Toddler Toy Shopping Cart

Use a toddler toy shopping cart for the fun and heavy work input your child craves. It is fun and practical whether at home or the store and gives them the proprioceptive input they crave!

May 1, 2008, The Wiggly Scarecrow; Songs For Sensational Kids

Need some help getting your kids to do their therapy, to self-regulate, calm themselves down, or rev up? Then Songs For Sensational Kids: The Wiggly Scarecrow can surely help!

May 1, 2008, The Story Of Alex

One mom's inspiring story about her SPD son. From terrifying behaviors to confusion and frustration. Once diagnosed and treated, she found hope... The Story Of Alex.

May 1, 2008, The Sensory Sensitive Child

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel columnist, Polly Drew writes about The Sensory Sensitive Child, a wonderful resource for explaining and addressing behavior problems associated with DSI / SPD.

May 1, 2008, The Next American Idol

What If I Was The Next American Idol... oh, the funny things kids say. Here's a laugh for sure!

May 1, 2008, The Mislabeled Child Book Review

The Mislabeled Child is a book of hope, validation, reassurance, and promise like no other.

May 1, 2008, Tender Tones Blanket

Help your baby drift off to a peaceful sleep with the Tender Tones blanket. Lay your child down on a plush blanket with the sound of their mother's heartbeat echoing in their little ears.

May 1, 2008, Teacher Resources

Great teacher resources for gaining insight into, and understanding, the world of children with sensory processing disorders. What every teacher should know!

May 1, 2008, Tactile Defensiveness

Tactile defensiveness: description, signs and symptoms, effects of, and ways to provide tactile stimulation that will help your child tolerate this type of input.

May 1, 2008, Susan's SPD Journey

An inspiring account from one mom about living with, learning about, and helping her SPD child... Susan's SPD Journey.

Apr 30, 2008, Step By Step Guide For SPD Parents

So you just found out your child may have SPD (Sensory Processing Disorder). Where do you begin? Right here with the Step-By-Step Guide For SPD Parents!

Apr 29, 2008, Sleeping Bag Dilemma

The sleeping bag dilemma; find out why one family of an SPD kiddo is STILL laughing about this one!

Apr 29, 2008, Sit n Spin

Children with Autism or SPD can benefit greatly from the vestibular input a Sit n Spin provides; a socially acceptable, fun toy that will calm and organize your child!

Apr 29, 2008, Shirts Are Not For Chewing!

Shirts are not for chewing: a funny story about an SPD kid and her mom... do as I say, not as I do!

Apr 29, 2008, Sensory What?

Sensory what?? Funny story about how one kid interprets SPD

Apr 29, 2008, Correct evaluation name needed

Hello, I hope you can help me as we keep hitting brick walls. My son Logan is 8 yrs old and at 2 months had a cornea transplant surgeries and as

Apr 28, 2008, Sensory Toys

Why is it so important to stimulate all 8 senses as early in life as possible? Find the answers and fantastic sensory toys for your little one right here!

Apr 28, 2008, Sensory Stimulation For Infants, Babies, & Toddlers

Why is sensory stimulation for infants so critical to the normal development of our children? Check out this in depth article and top recommended sensory products for infants, babies, and toddlers.

Apr 28, 2008, Sensory Room

A sensory room is extremely therapeutic for both children and adults with, or without, sensory processing/sensory integration disorders. What should we put in it?

Apr 27, 2008, Sensory Processing Disorders: Through The Eyes Of Dysfunction

Sensory Processing Disorders; How does it REALLY feel to have SPD? Come take a realistic look at how a world is perceived by an SPD child or adult.

Apr 27, 2008, Anger and Mood Swings

I believe my 4 1/2 yr old has SPD: he seems to exhibit sensory seeking behaviors and hyposensitivity as I checked things off on the lists provided.

Apr 27, 2008, Jason's SPD

Jason was born a month premature. He had a very rough beginning and couldn't breathe on his own. He was in the NICU for a week, was released for 5

Apr 27, 2008, Sensory Processing Disorder Checklist

A comprehensive Sensory Processing Disorder Checklist; signs and symptoms of tactile, auditory, olfactory and oral defensiveness, as well as proprioceptive and vestibular dysfunction.

Apr 26, 2008, Sensory Processing Disorder And Potty Training

Sensory Processing Disorder And Potty Training often do NOT mix well! Come explore the reasons why and find the resources you need to help your child accomplish this important developmental milestone!

Apr 26, 2008, Sensory Integration Products

Sensory integration products designed to meet the sensory needs of children in any environment. Hundreds of products right at your fingertips!

Apr 26, 2008, Sensory Integration Dysfunction Symptoms: What You Must Know!

An in-depth article describing the normal process of sensory integration and sensory integration dysfunction symptoms; What you NEED to know!

Apr 25, 2008, How do I get my child to relax in the car?

Last night I was driving home when my four year old threw-up in the car.  I was on the highway going 55 miles per hour. My daughter who is nine years

Apr 23, 2008, Creating A Home Sensory Diet

Are you confused about how to create a home sensory diet for your child who has a sensory processing disorder? Then check this article out for explanations and suggestions.

Apr 23, 2008, PLAYGROUND OF FEAR

My life unfolded on the playground With all of its pain and joy. The fears and doubts of myself Came into play-there in that make-believe,all too

Apr 23, 2008, Sensational Kids Book Review

Dr. Lucy Miller's Sensational Kids Book Review; Come see why I feel the hope we have been waiting for is finally here!

Apr 23, 2008, Seamless Socks For Tactile Defensiveness

Can't stand the feel of your socks? Does your child refuse to get dressed or keep his socks on, then try seamless socks!

Apr 23, 2008, Sand And Water Tables

Great information on the use and benefits of sand and water tables for indoor sensory play!

Apr 23, 2008, Run Forest Run!

Run Forest Run! A hilarious story about a day in the life with an SPD kid.

Apr 23, 2008, Rotating Teeter Totter

Give your sensory seeking child a thrilling ride with a bouncing, rotating teeter totter... the WhirlyBounce Rider. How fun, yet calming (believe it or not) it can be!

Apr 23, 2008, Rope Lights

Use rope lights for soothing, calming lighting in your child's room. Particular beneficial for children with sensory processing disorders; for calming or stimulating input.

Apr 22, 2008, Recipes for Picky Eaters

Finally there is a great place to find realistic, practical, fun, proven-to-work recipes for picky eaters. Discover the mystery behind picky eaters and the help you need right here.

Apr 22, 2008, Proprioceptive Dysfunction

An in-depth article defining proprioceptive dysfunction; signs and symptoms to help you understand the REAL reason your child may not be able to learn new motor tasks or has a high energy level.