ADHD

08 Jun

How to Create a Calming Space for Your Autistic Child

TheMomKind1 CommentADHD, Anxiety, Autism, Kid Stuff, Special Needs

Doll children background design with colourful letters spelling out Autism We all need a space to call out own, and that includes autistic children. Every child is different but learning their sensory needs will help you create a perfect space. No matter their sensory need, they can extremely benefit from a calming space to go relax and cool down in. We have one for each child in our house (well, the teen just has her room. But that makes her happy). One of our spaces is an open closet transformed into a calming room, with calm lights, sensory tools, a…

05 Apr

What is a Weighted Blanket – Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, & Insomnia!

TheMomKind5 CommentsADHD, Anxiety, Autism, Sleep Disorders

Weighted blankets, vests, and other similar devices are spread throughout our home. Having three children with autism, sleep apnea, anxiety, ADHD diagnosis, these tools are priceless! Soon after their diagnosis, I started hearing about deep pressure devices. I began asking "what is a weighted blanket?" and "what are the benefits of a weighted blanket?" Our first deep pressure touch stimulation (DPTS) device was a weighted compression vest for our son. The compression combined with the weights gave him the equivalent of a big hug the entire time he wore it! It was great when he would wear it. The problem was,…