You’re on a diet? NO, I’m on a “Sensory Diet”
When hearing the word “diet”, as a society, we immediately associate the word with eating healthier or limiting our intake of certain foods and beverages. For parents, when the term “sensory diet” is first introduced, a variety of questions of confusion and curiosity may come into play. Have no fear- this type of diet has […]
Motor Planning and Projected Action Sequences
Motor planning is used to learn new things until those activities become skills and do not require planning anymore.
Respiration
Many aspects of development are strongly influenced by oral functions and respiration, including sensory integration. When children do not have adequate respiration they may fatigue quickly as their muscles are not getting enough oxygen. They may also have difficulty with self regulation and encouraging deep breathing can help to calm a child. As a result, including […]
‘Tis the Season!
The holidays are fast approaching and although this is a time for family, memories, joy and giving, it can also be a time of stress for children and their families, especially when sensory processing difficulties come into play. The lights, carols, sounds of bells, Christmas trees, smells of pine and peppermint, Santa and his Elves […]