Chewelry, once a niche accessory primarily for children, has found its place in the adult world, blending functionality with fashion. This style guide is dedicated to adults who want to incorporate chewelry into their daily wear without compromising their personal style. Here’s how to make chewelry a chic and seamless part of your wardrobe. Embrace Minimalist Designs For those who appreciate subtlety, minimalist chewelry designs are perfect. Opt for pieces with simple shapes and neutral colors that can complement any outfit. A black or grey silicone necklace or a bracelet with a discreet chewa ..read more

In the bustling modern world, finding innovative ways to manage stress, maintain focus, and soothe sensory needs is more important than ever. For adults grappling with anxiety, ADHD, or simply seeking a discreet way to find calm in the chaos, chewelry — chewable jewelry — might just be the unsung hero. Here’s a look at some signs that chewelry could be beneficial to you. You Have a Habit of Chewing Non-Food Items Many of us unconsciously chew on pens, bite our nails, or gnaw on the ends of our glasses when concentrating or feeling stressed. These habits can not only be harmful to our teeth and ..read more

  In recent years, the concept of “chewelry,” a combination of “chew” and “jewelry,” has gained popularity among various age groups, extending its reach beyond infants and children to include adults. Initially designed to soothe teething infants, chewelry for adults serves multiple purposes, from stress relief to support for individuals with sensory processing disorders, autism, ADHD, Alzheimers/dementia or oral fixations. This guide explores the world of adult chewelry, highlighting its benefits, considerations before purchase, and maintenance tips. Understanding Chewelry Chewelry for ad ..read more

Inclusive Education Month – Our tips for parents when your child is entering or moving to a new school.   Inclusive Education has come a long way since my autistic daughter was in school ( she is now 30). If you are new to school or moving to a new school and want to know how it can be easier for your neurodiverse child, I’ve got a few tips that may help you navigate this next chapter for your child. #1 – Connect with Your School                This is the most important factor when your child is starting school. Connec ..read more

Chewelry is NOT Just For Kids! Using a piece of chewelry or chewable jewelry is in the most part, totally acceptable for children. Many chewelry designs are made for children – cute, pastel colours that kids will gravitate towards. The thing is that when an individual has sensory or self-regulation challenges, those challenges don’t stop when they enter high school or when they turn 18. Needing to chew to self-regulate the body is a nervous system function that isn’t outgrown. Sensory challenges may change or wane from one day to the next or one year to the next, but they will always be presen ..read more

The Sensory Guide to Surviving the Holiday Season For many, the Christmas holiday season is filled with fun, parties and tons of excitement. But if you’re an autistic or someone with anxiety or sensory processing challenges, the holidays can be a nightmare!  We have some tips to help you survive! Expectations – If you or your child find the holidays a bit much , try to be as clear as you can with family and friends about what you are able to manage. Don’t try to fit in all of the visits and activities that others expect you to. Follow what works for you – as little or as much as you can ..read more

Educators fear this the most – the Summer Slide!  Definition – a regression in academic proficiency due to summer break. Younger children are more at risk for losing the information that they learned the previous year as the early school years are where so much basic learning takes place.  So what can you do to try to prevent this? Let kids choose their reading material.  When a child is interested in a topic, they will tend to gravitate to it more often. As a parent, ensure that the reading material is at a level that they can comprehend. Get out into the community – whether i ..read more