Just because our children with sensory needs get older it does not mean our sensory needs go away. Sensory input for teens and college students is a very real thing. We all need sensory input! Recently I saw a post in the Grown & Flown Facebook Group: My neurodivergent college student is about to leave…
If you have an autistic child, you may understand the challenges of getting a haircut. For many autistic children, the sensory experience of getting their hair cut can be overwhelming and uncomfortable. This can make it difficult for parents and hair stylists alike to give the child a proper haircut. However, there are strategies and…
Preschoolers’ hands are not usually ready to hold a pencil just yet. But they may be ready to learn to write their letters with preschool writing practice! The fine motor skills required for pencil grip and control are still developing in young children. Their small hand muscles are not yet fully formed, and they may…
Developing fine and gross motor skills is an essential part of a child’s growth and development. These skills involve the use of small and large muscles to perform different actions. As an occupational therapist, I see how difficult many activities (or “occupations”) are difficult for children if they struggle with fine motor and gross motor…