Whether a person is dealing with sensory processing disorder (SPD) or simply needs assistance calming or regulating the senses, these products can help.
Sensory Swing
Sensory swings are a powerful tool for the nervous system. They can effectively aid in self-regulation and decompression by transmitting calming signals to the nerve center, instilling a sense of balance and organization from head to toe.
Our Pick: Sensory Joy Cuddle Swing ($180, shop here)
Weighted Blanket
Weighted blankets provide a sense of comfort and security. They can ease stress, calm the nervous system, and improve sleep. When a person is experiencing sensory overload, it can feel like tiny needles are bombarding the body, leaving them frazzled and out of sorts. The deep pressure of the weighted blankets tells the overstimulated senses to relax, sending calming signals straight to the brain.
Our Pick: Silk and Snow Weighted Blanket ($245, shop here)
Exercise Ball & Base
Some people use exercise balls for exercise, during pregnancy, or sitting at their desks at work. They are also a wonderful tool for people who need sensory therapy, assisting with a variety of skills, such as core strength, postural stability, vestibular processing, and gross motor skills.
Our Pick: Retrospec Luna Exercise Ball & Base ($26.99, shop here)
Sensory Brush
Brushes are excellent sensory therapy tools. Engaging in brushing protocol can ease sensory-based stress and anxiety. It can also help with falling asleep, increase attention to tasks, enhance coordination, and improve overall self-regulation.
Our Pick: Special Supplies Sensory Brush ($1.49, shop here)
Sensory Chewable
Chewing can ease stress, allowing a person to focus and be more attentive. While chewing is a phase for some children, others continue into adolescence and adulthood.
Our Pick: Ark’s Textured Chewth Pick Chewable Toothpicks ($13.99, shop here)
Earplugs
Auditory overload can result when a person is highly sensitive to sound, too many sounds, or a certain sound frequency. An effective way to combat this is to use noise-canceling headphones or, a more discreet option, earplugs.
Our Pick: Loop Experience Earplugs ($34.95, shop here).