Many of these resources have been tested by me and my family. Others are products/services I love because of what they're offering and their dedication to helping the neuodivergent community. *Many of the links below are affiliate links, which means I get a small commission at no additional cost to you if you make a purchase.
Game-based program to help your child build calming skills
Talk about meeting kids where they are! Mightier harnesses a kid's interest in electronics to build emotional strength and calming skills through play. Plus, off-screen activities help your child translate skills to real life. Mightier even comes with a supportive parent community too. Use code: ParentingND for discount.
Visual Support Systems
The visual schedule and routine systems from Mighty & Bright help kids with executive functioning challenges manage chores, schedules, and the mental load. They also empower your kids, building self-confidence and independence.
Make time visual
Many neurodivergent individuals struggle with the concept of time, or “time blindness.” Making time visual can help and Time Timer is the original product for that. Help your child see the passage of time to ease anxiety and transitions.
Sensory chairs for kids (& adults)
Get a squeeze while you sit! Hug-like support holds kids in an upright position to promote balance, core strength and posture. HowdaHUGS can be used on the floor or placed on a chair. This chair was the ONLY THING that helped my kid be able to sit and read more than a couple minutes.
Proprioceptive Input for sensory seekers
Weighted blankets help naturally calm the body through deep touch pressure. The weight helps your child by regulating their nervous system, encouraging calm. Weighted blankets are great for kids who need deep pressure input. A weighted blanket was a game-changer for my kid's sleep… and he still uses it as an adult.
Meditation Made Easy
While meditating or practicing mindfulness, the sensors can sense when your mind is distracted and use real-time audio cues to help guide you to a calm state. After, you're provided with a calm score. Track your progress to improve your practice over time and understand your internal cues to learn how to relax, build energy, and optimize performance. Our family has had great results with it for anxiety!
Bark — Parental Controls
SmartKnit KIDS (seamless clothing)
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