Sensory Innovations

Open event (party) happening tomorrow, but we are still open for you to come in for drop in play ALL DAY! 😃 Who's coming in tomorrow?!

Did you know that balance plays a role in more than just preventing falls?

The vestibular system—our body's movement and balance system—helps support posture, visual tracking, attention, and coordination. These skills are important for everyday activities, including learning in the classroom & reading.

When children move, spin, climb, jump, and balance, they're not just having fun. They're helping their brains build important connections that support development and learning.

Movement and learning go hand in hand. 💙

From playing side-by-side to playing together, every stage of play helps children build important life skills.

As children grow, play becomes more interactive. They learn to take turns, share ideas, solve problems, communicate, and work together toward a common goal. These experiences help build the foundation for friendships, emotional regulation, and social confidence.

The best part? These skills are often learned NATURALLY through PLAY! 🌈

So whether it's building a fort, creating an obstacle course, or playing pretend, make time to play every day!

Did you know that emotional regulation starts in the body, not the brain?

When children are feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, anxious, or upset, their nervous system may be in a state of dysregulation. Before they can think clearly, solve problems, or follow directions, their bodies often need help feeling safe and regulated.

This is why movement, deep pressure, breathing exercises, and sensory strategies can be so powerful. When we support the body first, we create the foundation for emotional regulation.

Our office will be closing early tomorrow at 3pm. Come see us for drop in play before then or anytime this weekend! 🥳

Everyone learns a little differently!

Are you someone who learns best by:
👀 Seeing it
👂 Hearing it
✋ Doing it
🚶 Moving while learning
❓ Something else??

Tell us in the comments: What style of learner are YOU?

Bonus question: Is your child the same way, or completely different? ⬇️

Not every challenging behavior is a choice.

When a child is experiencing sensory overload, their nervous system may be overwhelmed by sounds, lights, movement, touch, or other sensory input. What looks like defiance on the outside may actually be a child struggling to cope on the inside.

Understanding the difference between sensory overload and behavioral defiance can help us respond with empathy, support, and strategies that meet the child's needs.

Behavior is communication. The key is learning what the child is trying to tell us. What questions do you have?

Finish this sentence 👇

My child regulates best when ______.

Maybe it’s:
• swinging or jumping
• being outside
• quiet time with a book
• deep pressure (hugs, squeezes)
• listening to music
• having a consistent routine

Every child is different—and sometimes the best ideas come from other parents who just get it and have 'been there, done that.' 🤍

Your answer might help another family find something that works for them too.

Drop yours in the comments and let’s share ideas to support each other. 💪

We know summer can feel crazy and busy—camps, trips, activities, all the things.

But if you’re having a more chill, stay-at-home/in-town kind of summer and looking for a simple routine… this is for you 🤍

Try this easy rhythm:

☀️ Morning = movement
Get the wiggles out early (outside play, jumping, swinging, obstacle courses)

🧘 Midday = calm
Build in quiet time (books, coloring, sensory bins, rest time)

🌅 Evening = more movement
Let them get those last wiggles out (backyard play while you grill, bikes, water play, running around)

🌙 After dinner = wind-down
Help the body slow down (bath time, dim lights, snuggles, calming play)

This kind of flow supports your child’s nervous system and can make a big difference in regulation throughout the day 💫

Save this to try this summer!

THIS WEEK'S little movers play time has been canceled. We are sorry for any inconvenience! 💜