How to Choose Your Sensory Swing

A pile of sensory swings

How to Choose a Sensory Swing

Have you ever bought a sensory toy like a swing, busy board, or weighted blanket, only to have it collect dust after a few weeks? How about scouring the internet...

How to Choose a Sensory Swing

Have you ever bought a sensory toy like a swing, busy board, or weighted blanket, only to have it collect dust after a few weeks? How about scouring the internet...

A toddler on a sensory swing

The Vestibular System

The Vestibular System: The Sense of Balance The vestibular system, located in the inner ear, helps detect the position and movement of the body in space. It is responsible for...

The Vestibular System

The Vestibular System: The Sense of Balance The vestibular system, located in the inner ear, helps detect the position and movement of the body in space. It is responsible for...

A boy doing occupational therapy on a platform swing

The Proprioceptive System

The Proprioceptive System: The Sense of Body Position Proprioception is the body’s ability to perceive and be aware of force and movement throughout the body. Proprioceptive receptors are located in...

The Proprioceptive System

The Proprioceptive System: The Sense of Body Position Proprioception is the body’s ability to perceive and be aware of force and movement throughout the body. Proprioceptive receptors are located in...

Touching a soft sensory climbing rope

The Tactile System

The Tactile System: The Touch Sense The tactile system is also known as the "touch sense." Nerves under the skin send information to the brain regarding touch, temperature, and pain. Proper processing...

The Tactile System

The Tactile System: The Touch Sense The tactile system is also known as the "touch sense." Nerves under the skin send information to the brain regarding touch, temperature, and pain. Proper processing...