I have been searching for ways to provide sensory input for my son, because he is becoming harder and harder to manage. He has hearing and visual impairment, so without that additional input, he climbs the furniture, jumps and falls down purposely, and throw anything in his view.

This makes it difficult to get him to be still for more than a few minutes at a time, which makes attending school, church or any function that requires sitting and being quite a challenge. Then there is the possibility of him getting hurt. He has no sense of danger, so pumping his head or falling doesn’t seem to bother him at all. (Of course it bothers me, his nurse, teachers, etc).

Here’s what I have learned so far. Things like climbing, jumping and swinging are great ways to obtain sensory input. Try to find safe places for these types of activities, such as a bounce house, an exercise ball or a climbing wall for your child to play in or on. This will help them calm down, relax and concentrate better. If your child seeks input before bed, deep pressured hugs and weighted blankets can help them sleep better.

For more information on the article, please go to https://www.lcfkids.com/single-post/2015/11/18/4-Ways-to-give-your-child-sensory-input. I hope this information helps. I will let you know how it works for us. Thanks for reading.