Welcome to our parent page!
One this page your will find all of the resources that Kim has designed to support parents. They include introductions to all things sensory. Kim answers questions like ‘What is Sensory Processing? and explores sensory challenges, supports and equipment. She also explores fine motor skills and handwriting. Don’t be afraid to hit the ‘load more button’! There’s a search option at the top right of the page if you can’t find what you’re looking for.
Sensory Introduction
Sensory Training
Become your child’s sensory champion
If you want to take your sensory knowledge to the next level joining our online training is a must! In the training our founder, Kim, walks you through everything sensory. From understanding proprioception, to arousal and neurology. Kim covers it all.
There are options for everyone. The introduction is free. The full training is indexed to the UK national minimum wage, as our goal is to keep things affordable. There are also discounts for schools purchasing for more than four staff.
Join Kim and take a deep dive into sensory and become your child’s sensory champion. Click here to start your learning journey today.
Sensory Screen
Understand you child’s sensory needs
Kim also offers an online sensory screen for families based in the UK. You can learn more about this here.
Sensory Challenges & Supports
Oral Sensory Seeking – Why is my Child Still Putting Things in Their Mouth?
Let's explore oral sensory seeking Oral sensory seeking, where a child continues to put things in their mouth after the age of two, is a commonly reported behaviour [...]
The Mystery of Heavy Work
The benefits of heavy work Heavy work is a commonly used term, but not everyone knows what it actually refers to! This post aims to give you a [...]
Dyspraxia symptoms – Is my child dyspraxic?
Dyspraxia - Let's explore the signs and symptoms The term 'dyspraxic' originates from the Green ‘dus’, bad or hard, and ‘praxis’, doing. So, the literal translation is hard [...]
What is Dyspraxia? It’s much more than clumsiness!
Dyspraxia Explained - Let's explore some common myths Dyspraxia is a term that describes the sensory processing difficulty children and adults have when they struggle to plan, organise [...]
Auditory Sensitivity: Signs, Causes, Overload and How to Help
Let's explore auditory sensitivity and overload Auditory sensitivity is sometimes also called auditory hypersensitivity or hypersensitivity to sound. Autistic individuals and those that with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) commonly [...]
What is Tactile Defensiveness, or touch sensitivity?
Tactile defensiveness and touch sensory sensitivity Touch sensitivity is commonly reported by children or adults who experience sensory processing differences . Sensory integration trained occupational therapists would usually [...]
Fine Motor & Handwriting Support
The ultimate step by step fine motor skill resource
Kim’s fine motor package includes a step by step handwriting programme (Write Rules) and 160 additional fine motor activities you can use with your child. There are videos that your child can follow along with and videos to teach you how to use the supports correctly. If you want to know how to help you child’s fine motor skills or handwriting progress, you can learn more here. The resource is also perfect for schools, so why not share it with your child’s school too!