Sensory defensiveness is a condition that affects how an individual perceives and responds to sensory stimuli in their environment. This can include sensory inputs such as sounds, sights, smells, textures, tastes, and movements. People with sensory defensiveness have an overactive nervous system that overreacts to sensory input. As a result, they may experience discomfort, anxiety, […] The post What Is Sensory Defensiveness? appeared first on eSpecial Needs Blog ..read more

A projector for children can help with relaxation when it comes to sensory difficulties If you are looking for ideas to create a sensory space at home, or even to add a more visual touch to your child’s bedroom, a projector for children can be a great idea. Not only can it brighten a room, but it can help […] The post Best Projectors to Create a Sensory Space at Home appeared first on eSpecial Needs Blog ..read more

Vibration is felt using ones tactile system, sending a motor signal to muscles and joints, and producing a response. It can be used on an isolated small muscle or be a whole-body experience. This response can look different for people who may have dysregulated sensory systems. The Spark Sensory Vibro-Acoustic collection combines both vibration and music for a beneficial sensory experience for all. The post Vibro-Acoustic Sensory Integration appeared first on eSpecial Needs Blog ..read more

Twist and turn in wisps of light! The Sensory Side Sparkle Super Safe Complete Kit is a great addition to a multi-sensory room, sensory space or the classroom. Each lighting harness contains polymer fibers encased in durable clear plastic “tails” that allow light to stream and sparkle through each strand without heat or electricity. These strands are smooth to the touch and highly resistant to stretching or chewing, making them perfect for tactile stimulation. As the color wheel in the included light source turns, the spray slowly cycles through blue, magenta, orange, green and yellow to provi ..read more

We all know that there are still some long hot days ahead as summer draws to a close. If your child is a little on the restless side, you might be looking for some cheap ideas for keeping them entertained. If you're a parent looking for cheap activities to keep your kids busy, then look no further! eSpecial Needs has four cheap and easy sensory crafts to do this weekend, all of which you can do at home with things from your local dollar store. The post DIY End of Summer Sensory Crafts appeared first on eSpecial Needs Blog ..read more

eSpecial Needs is thrilled to contribute to the new sensory room attraction at Six Flags St. Louis. The sensory room was designed to create an immersive calming experience for children and adult sensitive to the surroundings of the parks.  The post New Sensory Room Attraction at Six Flags St. Louis appeared first on eSpecial Needs Blog ..read more

The concept of the weighted vest or deep pressure vest is based on the sensory integration (SI) therapy technique of deep pressure. Deep pressure is often used to assist the child to self-calm and relax so that sensory stimulus can be processed. The use of a weighted vest provides the child with unconscious information from the muscles and joints. The post How do weighted vests help with sensory integration? appeared first on eSpecial Needs Blog ..read more

Creating a fiber optic heaven to relax and get away from it all is easy with our calming Fiber Optic Sensory Sack. The Fiber Optic Sensory Sack from eSpecial Needs is a large bean bag cushion with an integrated LED lightsource and a spray of fiber optic strands. It provides a unique visual and tactile experience that you can relax with. The post The Fiber Optic Sensory Sack – a sensory room design essential appeared first on eSpecial Needs Blog ..read more

Occupational Therapist Shannon Wylie explains exactly what the vestibular system is, why it's important, goals for vestibular system therapy and easy fun activities that your child can do which help the vestibular system. The post What is the vestibular system and why is it important? appeared first on eSpecial Needs Blog ..read more

Now until 1/1/2022: FREE SHIPPING on MSE Sensory Corner Bundle and MSE Calming Sensory Room Bundle from eSpecial Needs. The post Now until 1/1/2022: FREE SHIPPING on MSE Sensory Corner Bundle and MSE Calming Sensory Room Bundle appeared first on eSpecial Needs Blog ..read more