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Pensacola, FL

My son has spd and we're looking for some sensory activities any ideas are welcome he really likes deep pressure

August 20, 2025
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A MyAutismTeam Member

youtube might have few and just google and can search

August 20, 2025
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Deep Pressure Activities:
Bear Hugs:
A firm, sustained hug can be very calming and regulating for many individuals.
Massage:
Gentle to firm massage, especially on arms, legs, and back, can provide deep pressure input.
Weighted Blankets:
These provide consistent pressure and can be very soothing, especially during sleep or when feeling overwhelmed.
Weighted Lap Pads:
Similar to weighted blankets, these can be used during activities or while sitting.
Joint Compressions:
Gentle squeezing or pressing on joints, like the shoulders, elbows, and knees, can be relaxing.
Squeezing:
Squeezing playdough, a stress ball, or even just squeezing one's own hands together can provide deep pressure.
Rolling:
Rolling a child up in a blanket, like a burrito, or having them roll on a therapy ball can be very regulating.
Wall Pushes:
Pushing against a wall with hands or doing chair push-ups can provide deep pressure.

Types of Sensory Activities:
Deep Pressure:
Activities like weighted blankets, hugs, and tight clothing can provide a grounding and calming effect.
Movement:
Activities such as swinging, bouncing on a therapy ball, or jumping on a trampoline can help regulate the sensory system.
Oral Input:
Chewing on items, using sour spray, or drinking through a straw can be alerting or calming, depending on the individual's needs.
Visual Input:
Dimming lights, using noise-canceling headphones, or reducing visual clutter can help create a more comfortable environment.
Tactile Activities:
Finger painting, playing with playdough or kinetic sand, or exploring a sensory bin can provide opportunities for exploration and sensory input.
Auditory Activities:
Listening to calming music, nature sounds, or using a white noise machine can help regulate auditory sensitivities.
Examples of Sensory Activities:
Sensory Paths:
These guided movements or activities (like frog hops, wall pushes, or spins) can help children develop gross motor skills and expend energy.
Sensory Bins:
Filled with items like dry beans, rice, or pasta, and small toys, these bins offer opportunities for tactile exploration and sorting.
Weighted Blankets/Vests:
These can provide deep pressure input and help with grounding and self-regulation.
Swinging:
Provides vestibular input (sense of balance and spatial orientation) and can be calming or alerting.
Oral Motor Activities:
Activities like chewing on a straw or using a vibrating toothbrush can help regulate oral sensitivities.

Deep pressure exercises that calm and build strength
Deep pressure exercises that calm and build strength
August 20, 2025
A MyAutismTeam Member

Oooh thank you

August 20, 2025

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