Tag Archives: Sensory

What is Interoception and Why It Matters for Children and Adults

Interoception is a term you might not hear every day, but it plays a crucial role in how we understand and respond to our own bodies.

Sensory-Friendly Classroom Ideas

A sensory-friendly classroom is more than just a calm space—it’s a learning environment intentionally designed to support students with a wide range of needs.

Five Signs Kids Display When Overstimulated at School (and How to Support Them)

Here are five common signs that a child may be overstimulated at school—and how to help them find calm again.

Sensory-Friendly Strategies for Theme Parks and Entertainment Venues

Explore proven strategies to make theme parks and entertainment venues sensory‑friendly, driving attendance and guest satisfaction—SuperKids OT can help.

How Occupational Therapists Can Help Restaurants Become Sensory‑Inclusive: Practical Tips for Hospitality

Introduction Dining out is a beloved experience for many families, yet for individuals with sensory processing differences, restaurants can be overwhelming, uncomfortable, or even impossible to navigate. Loud noises, strong smells, bright lights, and crowded layouts all contribute to sensory overload. As awareness of neurodiversity increases, so too does the need for sensory-inclusive restaurants thatContinue reading “How Occupational Therapists Can Help Restaurants Become Sensory‑Inclusive: Practical Tips for Hospitality”

3 Easy Sensory-Friendly Changes for Your Classroom or Business

Creating sensory-friendly spaces doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated.

In this post, we’ll explore three simple, effective sensory-friendly changes that can make your space more inclusive for everyone.

Behind the Scenes: Creating a Sensory Toolkit

In this post, I’ll walk you through what goes into a sensory toolkit, why it matters, and how to build one tailored to your environment.

Welcome to the New SuperKids Occupational Therapy Website: Your Hub for Inclusive Pediatric OT Support!

I’m thrilled to officially introduce the newly redesigned SuperKids Occupational Therapy website—a modern, user-friendly, and resource-rich hub created with schools, businesses, families, educators, and therapists in mind. Whether you’re looking for expert school-based OT support or inclusive sensory-friendly consulting, my updated website is your one-stop destination. Why the Redesign? As my practice has grown toContinue reading “Welcome to the New SuperKids Occupational Therapy Website: Your Hub for Inclusive Pediatric OT Support!”

Occupational Therapy’s Role in Designing Sensory-Friendly Retail Spaces

Introduction Occupational therapists can play a critical role in helping to design sensory-friendly retail spaces. Retailers are in a constant race to differentiate themselves. One of the most overlooked competitive advantages is sensory‑friendly design—an approach that reduces environmental stressors and welcomes neurodiverse customers who may otherwise avoid brick‑and‑mortar stores. In this article, I’ll explore whyContinue reading “Occupational Therapy’s Role in Designing Sensory-Friendly Retail Spaces”

The Difference Between Developmentally Appropriate and Academically Appropriate: A Pediatric Occupational Therapist’s Perspective

As a pediatric occupational therapist, I often encounter parents, educators, and caregivers who struggle to understand the difference between what is developmentally appropriate and what is academically appropriate for children. In today’s fast-paced, achievement-driven society, there is a growing emphasis on academic milestones at younger ages, often at the expense of a child’s natural developmentalContinue reading “The Difference Between Developmentally Appropriate and Academically Appropriate: A Pediatric Occupational Therapist’s Perspective”