Sensory processing disorder Archives

Sensory Activities for Every Kid!

Tara Frieden May 6, 2019June 8, 2020 blog, Parenting, Sensory tips play, Sensory processing disorder, sensory seeking0 Comment

SensorRecently I hosted a parent/child play group at my children’s daycare, the topic was activities that incorporate all the senses. I thought I’d post the list here. It is very important that ALL children get many opportunities to explore each...

What’s Getting in the Way of Your Child’s Sleep?

Tara Frieden April 15, 2019March 13, 2019 blog, Mommy tips, Parenting, Parenting an exceptional child, Sensory tips ADHD, essential oils, meditation relaxation, Sensory processing disorder, sleep0 Comment

So many kids have a hard time falling and staying asleep. There are many things that can be getting the in way of a good night’s rest. Hopefully I can give you some tips on helping your child get to...

Sensory Room Must Haves

Tara Frieden April 1, 2019April 1, 2019 blog, Classroom management, Parenting an exceptional child, Sensory tips Sensory processing disorder, sensory room, sensory seeking0 Comment

So many kids have sensory issues. They process sensory input in different ways than most people. Most of us have sensory preferences, we like spicy food, or to sleep with our feet outside of the blankets. For most of us...

Target has weighted blankets!!

Tara Frieden March 2, 2019March 12, 2019 blog, Parenting an exceptional child, Sensory tips, Uncategorized Sensory processing disorder, sensory seeking, sleep, weighted blankets0 Comment

Did you know you can now get weighted blankets at Target?? Target has many sensory related items. This store really has everyone in mind! Get your weighted blanket here (picturefromTargetwebsite) They also have fidget cubes and other sensory toys. Get...

Just Sit Still!

Tara Frieden February 28, 2019February 28, 2019 blog, Classroom management classroom management, classroom tips for busy kids, Sensory processing disorder, sensory seeking0 Comment

One of the most common problems I hear kids getting in trouble for is for having too much energy & not being able to sit still. It frustrates me so much that kids get in so much trouble and there...

How to Show Empathy to Your Young Child

Tara Frieden August 21, 2017 Babies and Toddlers, Mommy tips, Parenting behavior, brain development, discipline, Sensory processing disorder3 Comments

Young kids can be dramatic. This is not a news flash to anyone that has been around them. Sometimes their reactions seem way over the top. Often parents and caregivers try to distract them out of these feelings. We try...

Stay Calm And Pray On

Tara Frieden July 31, 2017July 27, 2017 blog, Parenting, Parenting an exceptional child ADHD, Anxiety, behavior, classroom, ODD, Sensory processing disorder, stress0 Comment

In less than 2 weeks my oldest will be going off to intermediate school. I’m starting to get nervous. I am dreading the possibility of getting phone calls from the school telling me that he’s having a hard time. I...

The Things You Celebrate When Your Child Has Mental Health Issues

Tara Frieden July 11, 2017June 30, 2017 blog, Parenting an exceptional child ADD, ADHD, Anxiety, behavior, children, classroom, families, ODD, parenting, Sensory processing disorder, stress0 Comment

There are a lot of things that make parenting a child with invisible special needs difficult. Besides all the mental and physical exhaustion, extra doctors appointments and therapy sessions, we are just parents that want the best for our kids....

He Could Do It If He Wanted…Why Kids Struggle, Sometimes

Tara Frieden July 7, 2017June 28, 2017 blog, Mommy tips, Parenting, Parenting an exceptional child ADD, ADHD, Anxiety, behavior, brain development, classroom, discipline, families, parenting, Sensory processing disorder, stress, tantrums0 Comment

One thing that really irritates me is that so many people say things like, “He’s just not trying hard enough! I know he can do this if he wants to! He did just fine yesterday, why is he choosing to...

When The Meds Wear Off

Tara Frieden July 5, 2017July 5, 2017 blog, Mommy tips, Parenting, Parenting an exceptional child ADHD, Anxiety, behavior, brain development, children, families, medication, Motherhood, ODD, Sensory processing disorder, stress0 Comment

If you have a child that takes medication for mental health issues, you may dread those hours without medication. The time in the morning before they kick in and the evening hours when they wear off. I mean no disrespect...