All of us have had a sensory issue at one time or another. Maybe it's
your neighbor's dog barking that bothers you or you can't stand the
texture of cottage cheese. Does it make you crazy to have a hat on your
head? Do you avoid the mall at peak shopping times so you don't have to
be around crowds of people? These are common things that as adults we
adapt to or avoid without giving them a second thought. What about your
children's sensory sensitivities? What if you could make parenting
easier and more fun by taking your child's senses into consideration?
Imagine the possibilities because you can! A child's sensory system
affects their ability to learn, play, socialize and function. Maybe a
child isn't able to sit still in class because his shirt tag is
bothering him. Or a child isn't able to play with other children because
his balance is off and other kids make him feel unstable and dizzy.
Maybe your child isn't just a picky eater, it could be that his sensory
system needs some special guidance and adjusting. And with so much
technology and choices of games out there, which ones are beneficial for
your children to play? Britt Collins, M.S., OTR/L and Jackie
Linder-Olson, an occupational therapist and parent team have organized
and combined parenting information along with sensory integration
methods, tips and solutions. We've done our work, now it's your turn!
We've made it easy and fun and will help you avoid a lot of unnecessary
battles between you and your child. It's amazing how quickly our
children adapt and the little adjustments that can make our days
smoother. Who knew that our sensory systems affect every aspect of our
lives? We all do now. Beginning with the age of five, Britt and Jackie
walk parents through everyday situations and duties all the way through
your child's elementary years. They explain the underlying reasons
beneath your child's negative behaviors and the often simple fixes
(sometimes not so easy, but steps that will lead you towards success).
Parenting can be less stressful when you're not struggling with your
child's sensory systems. A child won't outgrow auditory processing
issues or tactile defensiveness without addressing the child's needs.
Working together, you will find that parenting can be more enjoyable if
you address or avoid certain sensory situations or prepare for them
accordingly. We're here to help every step of the way
