The Sensory Processing Disorder Blog
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Jun 23, 2018
Extreme Aproach
Counter to what everyone has told me, I resorted to forcing my 5 year old son with Autism to eat. Background: I followed the guidance from therapists
Jun 16, 2018
FINALLY!!!!
My son Aidan is 22 months old and just today we were finally able to have a child developmental specialist listen to our story and believe us. I have
Jun 15, 2018
Could SPD be caused by preeclampsia?
Is or could SPD be a result of preeclampsia during late pregnancy?
Jun 15, 2018
Anyone else have trouble wearing skirts/dresses?
I can wear shorts, jeans, dress pants (if made of cotton), but I absolutely CANNOT wear a skirt or dress. For one thing, if they're slim cut, a person
Continue reading "Anyone else have trouble wearing skirts/dresses?"
Jun 14, 2018
Clothing irritation 'only'
I'm 40 now, but have had this issue since as long as I can remember. I've only just seen this forum and the term SPD. I used to wear mainly second hand
Jun 14, 2018
Need Some Advice
My friend's daughter is severely autistic, eighteen years old and a flight risk. Neither of them can ever go out. Any suggestions? The girl can never
Jun 12, 2018
Sugar
Does anyone have a problem with sugar issues? My 12 y/o son has this strong craving for sugar and had been stealing candy or anything that has sugar....
Jun 10, 2018
Toy Vacuum
Use a toy vacuum to help decrease fears and hypersensitivity to sounds due to auditory defensiveness. Also a great heavy work activity for children with sensory processing disorders.
Jun 09, 2018
Susan's SPD Journey
An inspiring account from one mom about living with, learning about, and helping her SPD child... Susan's SPD Journey.
Jun 08, 2018
The Jumpolene
Jumpolene: a safe, practical, inexpensive alternative to trampolines for children ages 3-6
Jun 07, 2018
Frustrated to tears......? Me too.
Noises and smells can be very irritating to me. I am usually the first one to smell or hear stuff. It is no fun, because people do not understand how bad
Jun 06, 2018
SPD/OCD 5 year old? - help!
Hi... I'm just after a bit of general opinion here as my daughter is awaiting her assessment with the child development centre, but I feel a bit list and
Jun 04, 2018
I'm just not seeing it
My 4 (almost 5) year old son has only a few of these symptoms. His pre-Kindergarten teacher told me she thinks he has SPD because he is too friendly.
Jun 04, 2018
Summer Heat
I have had SPD since I was born, Im now 43 & have only just discovered that there is a name for this! When I was young,I was called the difficult one,the
May 31, 2018
Autism Anxiety Overload
For autism anxiety overload, try behavioral and dietary modifications first, to see what improvements can be made naturally.
May 30, 2018
Moon Shoes And Anti-Gravity Boots For Safe Bouncin' Fun!
Moon shoes and anti-gravity boots are the perfect safe and effective answer for the proprioceptive input your child needs and craves. Give your child the bouncing input they need!
Continue reading "Moon Shoes And Anti-Gravity Boots For Safe Bouncin' Fun!"
May 29, 2018
Ball Pits
Use these multi-sensory ball pits to awaken or calm your tactile system. They are fun for all ages and provide the necessary therapeutic input right in your own home!
May 28, 2018
Sand And Water Tables
The uses and benefits of sand and water tables for indoor sensory play!
May 26, 2018
Balance Boards
Balance boards and balance discs are a great way to help children with sensory processing disorders improve balance and coordination skills and help them alleviate fears of unsteady/uneven surfaces!
May 25, 2018
Beach Sand Toys
Use beach sand toys such as sand diggers, cranes, sand playsets and sand molds to give your child fun sensory experiences with sand play. Great products for tactile and heavy work input!
May 24, 2018
Daughter will not change her underwear because she doesn't want it to touch her anywhere
I cannot tell you how many types of underwear I have tried for my now 11 year-old daughter. I have tried Hanna Andersson, the Esme brand and others. I
May 24, 2018
Bed Tents
The transition from crib to bed doesn't have to be so difficult. Help yourlittle ones with these awesome bed tents. Use for kids with SPD to help calm them for sleep and reduce visual stimulation.
May 20, 2018
Should I tell my sister that I think her son has autism?
My nephew is 6 years old and has atypical behavior. He doesn't look people in the eyes. When you hug him, he doesn't hug back. He just stands there
Continue reading "Should I tell my sister that I think her son has autism?"
May 19, 2018
Oral Defensiveness At The Dentist
Want to know how to help your child with oral defensiveness tolerate dentist visits better? Then you don't want to miss these specific techniques!
May 17, 2018
Potty Training Kids With Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)
Potty training kids with SPD... a frustrating and sometimes daunting task.
Continue reading "Potty Training Kids With Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)"
May 08, 2018
Massage therapy for SPD?
I have a family member newly diagnosed with SPD. I am a certified massage therapist, and was told by his occupational therapist that massage would be beneficial
May 08, 2018
What to do?
My 3 year old has many symptoms of SPD, she currently receives speech therapy in the Head Start Program in the local school district. I have had trouble
May 03, 2018
Pulling pants up too high
Oh my gosh, I need some help and it's with a bit of a sensitive subject! My 17 yr old has autism and part of that involves sensory issues with clothing.
Apr 30, 2018
Run Forest Run!
A hilarious story about a day in the life with an Sensory Integration kid.
Apr 27, 2018
Did your baby get starved of oxygen?
My baby now two and a half had a very traumatic birth and now has oral textile and maybe more spds. I have heard from others that either stopped breathing
Apr 25, 2018
Exercise makes me itchy!
Hello all. Im a 37 yr old mother of a son who was recently diagnosed with SPD. While learning about his SPD, I discovered that I also likely have SPD,
Apr 24, 2018
Noises
My 11 year old granddaughter makes noises all the time like small coughs, sniffing and other noises. I’m trying too get her in at the doctors but it’s
Apr 23, 2018
Insurance won't pay
I finally got my insurance to pay for the evaluation but may not cover treatment because they don't cover sensory integration dysfunction. This really
Apr 20, 2018
Neurosarcoidosis and SPD.
I'm 62yo in Pittsburgh,18 years diagnosed with Neurosarcoidosis,had over 14+ years vision, taste and smell lost, imbalance and nerve pain. Took various
Apr 19, 2018
What can you do?
I have a story about a picky eater who is now almost 30 yrs. old and was also told by the Dr. don't worry about it he will grow out of it . Well.guess
Apr 17, 2018
Bathroom troubles?
My son is 5 1/2 and I'm pretty sure he has some sort of behavior/sensory issues going on. The hardest thing for us to figure out right now, is why he will
Apr 14, 2018
For the Fear of Weeds
Absolutely! I have a child on the autism spectrum. If we could take the sensory problems away, the rest would be easy. For all you non-believers, imagine
Apr 12, 2018
2 year old hardly eats
Hi, there... My daughter will be 2 in May. Up until last summer she was eating everything! And almost over night she stopped, all she will take is and
Apr 09, 2018
Son pretending to be pregnant
MY 3 yr old son will put balls in his shirt and play. As soon as he realizes I am watching him he runs and hides. He is VERY persistent about me leaving
Apr 06, 2018
Constipation and Aspergers
Im now 15 and pretty much ever since i was born i have been struggling with the severe constipation. there has actually been stages in my life where i
Apr 06, 2018
Jumping and impulsive
My son is 8 and has SPD. It doesn't lead to any problems in school, but he jumps, flaps his hands and runs a lot. I'm afraid that this is going to lead
Apr 05, 2018
17 Year Old Boy Who Screams
Last Spring, when I was still 16, a couple of people told me that it was believed by doctors that I had had Autism when I was younger. I met some symptoms,
Apr 05, 2018
2 1/2 Year Old Does Not Eat Solids
I just found this website and finally feel some relief that I am not alone. My 2/12 year old son is still on a bottle and baby food. If I give him
Apr 03, 2018
Sucking on Clothes
My 7 yr old son sucks his clothes. He sucks his winter coat & sleeves. Is this something I should be concerned about or is this just a very strange
Apr 02, 2018
Sensory disorder issues in learning to drive
My granddaughter is having trouble learning to drive. She has more trouble than average learning to make turns and other minor issues. I have taken
Continue reading "Sensory disorder issues in learning to drive"
Mar 28, 2018
Nana... built in babysitter
My grandson is 5 yrs old and started playing w his poop about a few months ago. when I ask him why he can't give me an answer. I don't know where to
Mar 27, 2018
Storing Objects in his gums
I have a 12 year old stepson who is on the spectrum. Within the last 8 months or so, he is storing paper and fiber in his gums. He is not swallowing it
Recent Articles
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Extreme Aproach
Jun 23, 18 01:22 PM
Counter to what everyone has told me, I resorted to forcing my 5 year old son with Autism to eat. Background: I followed the guidance from therapists
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FINALLY!!!!
Jun 16, 18 01:03 PM
My son Aidan is 22 months old and just today we were finally able to have a child developmental specialist listen to our story and believe us. I have
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Could SPD be caused by preeclampsia?
Jun 15, 18 01:54 PM
Is or could SPD be a result of preeclampsia during late pregnancy?