SENSORY SHOP
CURATED FOR EVERYDAY REGULATION & COMFORT
Welcome to our sensory shop! Where you will find a collection of tools, toys, and everyday supports for regulation and sensory needs. Everything here is handpicked by a speech therapist and behavior consultant who understands what real families need—and what actually works.
Auditory:
Support sound sensitivity or focus with tools that calm, block, or enrich auditory input.
Noise-cancelling headphones –
Can be used when needing to reduce overwhelming background noise, use only when needed so as to not create a reliance on them.
White noise machine –
Creates calming soundscapes for focus or sleep, or just when your child needs to take a moment to calm their brain & body.
Musical sound tubes/rainsticks –
These can provide gentle, engaging auditory input.
Sound Puzzles –
Sound puzzles provide consistent auditory feedback, which can be calming and organizing for some children. Find one that fits your child’s interests!
Visual:
Soothing lights, spinners, and visual tools to help with attention, transitions, and calm.
Liquid motion timers –
Mesmerizing and soothing to watch. Can be used as an item to support transitions if needed.
Color-changing projector – Provides calming ambient light, great to have in their calming corner or safe space.
Spinning Toy –
Watching the smooth, repetitive motion of a spinning toy can be calming and help organize visual input.
Fiber optic sensory lamp –
A soft, glowing tool for visual focus or wind-down time.
Tactile & Deep Pressure:
Products that offer comfort through touch—great for grounding, calming, and sensory input.
Weighted Lap Pad / Blanket — Provides calming pressure that can help with focus, relaxation, or winding down after a busy day.
Safety note: Should only ever be max. 10% of body weight + 1lb Eg): A 40 lb child = ~4–5 lb blanket
** Not safe for infants or toddlers under 2 years old. Always follow manufacturer guidelines. For children with specific medical or sensory needs (e.g., seizures, low muscle tone), consult an OT before use.
Textured Balls —
Different textures for little hands & bodies to explore, can be great for tactile input, fidgeting, and sensory play.
Body Sock —
A stretchy, cozy space for kids to wiggle, push, and relax. Supports body awareness and self-regulation.
Kinetic Sand/Play Doh/Puddy –
Soft and moldable, this sensory sand gives hands something soothing to squish and shape, it can be calming and creative!
Oral Motor:
Chewies and tools that support oral sensory needs, self-regulation, and focus.
Chewy necklace –
Safe and stylish oral input. Try chilling them in the freezer first!
Z-Vibe oral tool –
Supports oral motor awareness with vibration. Or simply try out with a vibrating toothbrush!
Blowing toys (e.g., windmill) –
Builds breath control and fun interaction with cause-and-effect!
Ice or frozen corn/peas –
Some children enjoy crunchy foods or cold items, both can be great regulators!
Vestibular:
Movement-based tools to support balance, body awareness, and self-regulation. Up/down, side-to-side movement = the ultimate body regulator!!
Pod swing or therapy swing –
Swinging supports movement, regulation, and comfort.
Balance board –
Encourages core strength and movement, kids enjoy learning good balance skills or rocking in these with a blanket/pillow.
Mini trampoline –
Provides active bouncing input indoors, can be both calming (down-regulating) and excitatory (up-regulating). A great tool if your child enjoys jumping!
Rocking or spinning chair –
Rhythmic movement helps calm their nervous system.
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