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🎉 Thanksgiving is a time for family and gratitude, but it can be overwhelming for kids with sensory needs. Here are 3 tips from St. Mary’s to make the holiday more sensory-friendly: 🍂 Thanksgiving Sensory Bin: Fill a bin with dried corn kernels, mini pumpkins, fake leaves, and scoops to keep little hands engaged while celebrating. 🍴 Weighted Support for Mealtime: Use a weighted lap blanket or festive pillow during dinner to provide calming sensory input and ease stress. 🛋️ Create a “Calm Corner” : Set up a cozy space with fidget tools, headphones, and Thanksgiving-themed items like pumpkin-scented playdough or coloring pages for a relaxing retreat. At St. Mary’s, we believe in creating joyful, inclusive holiday moments for every child. 💙 Like, share, or comment to help others! #SensoryTherapy #ThanksgivingTips #SpecialNeedsParenting #InclusiveHolidays #SensoryFriendly #StMarysStrong #HolidaySupport #ParentingHacks

🎄 How To Create Magical Memories with Your Kids This Holiday Season! 🎄 The holidays are the perfect time to connect with your kids, and I’ve just shared 5 simple, fun ways to make every moment count! Inside the blog post I am also giving away a free guide of 20 ways to make quality time with your kids as a single mom memorable. Whether it’s crafting decorations, baking holiday treats, or exploring the great outdoors, these activities will help you bond while creating unforgettable memories. ✨ *Why it matters*: Quality time strengthens family bonds and boosts your kids’ emotional well-being. ✨ *Why you’ll love it*: These ideas are simple,free and budget-friendly, and full of joy! 🎁 Ready to make this holiday season extra special? Check out my latest blog post for all the details: here https://lnkd.in/dwwwuzVn 💡 Let me know in the comments—what’s your favorite way to spend time with your kids? And don’t forget to follow me for more ideas on parenting, empowerment, and thriving as a single mom! #FamilyTime #HolidayMemories #ParentingTips #SingleMomJourney #ProsperityQueens #Lifeofasinglemom

The holiday season can be overstimulating for young children with all the bright lights, new faces, and disrupted routines. Our top tips to help you navigate the next month are: Stick to routines: Try to maintain regular nap and mealtimes as much as possible. Predictability helps children feel secure. Create calm spaces: Designate a quiet corner at gatherings where little ones can retreat if they become overwhelmed. Involve them: Let children participate in simple tasks like decorating cookies or wrapping gifts. It makes them feel included and excited without being overstimulated. Sensory-friendly activities: Choose holiday activities that are gentle on their senses, like soft Christmas music, simple crafts, or storytime with festive books. #sunshinesociety #wellnessjourney #holistichealth

Thanksgiving gatherings can be a whirlwind of activity, and that can sometimes be overwhelming for kids (and adults!). Here's how to create some calming spaces and moments amidst the holiday bustle: 🔕 Quiet Zone: Designate a quiet room or corner where kids can retreat for some peace and quiet. Include calming items like soft blankets, pillows, books, or sensory toys. ⏲️ Scheduled Breaks: Plan short breaks throughout the day where kids can step away from the excitement. Even 15 minutes can help them recharge. 🎶 Sensory Activities: Offer calming sensory activities like coloring, play dough, puzzles, or listening to quiet music. 🌤️ Outdoor Time: Encourage some outdoor playtime to burn off energy and enjoy fresh air. Recognize that every child is different. Some might thrive in the excitement, while others need more downtime. Be responsive to their cues. By creating a balance between festive fun and peaceful moments, you can help everyone enjoy a happy and stress-free Thanksgiving. #SensoryFriendly #CalmKids #HolidayWellbeing #SHIELDWV

🎄 Holidays can be magical—but for families with sensory-sensitive kids, they can also be overwhelming. Here’s one simple tip to make the season more sensory-friendly! ✨ Create a Quiet Zone: Designate a calm, quiet space in your home or at holiday gatherings. Fill it with comforting items like noise-canceling headphones, favorite toys, or a weighted blanket. This gives your child a safe place to retreat if things get too loud or overstimulating. 🌟 Remember, it’s okay to take breaks and adjust traditions to fit your family’s needs. The goal is to make the season joyful for everyone. Do you have a go-to sensory-friendly holiday tip? Share it in the comments—we’d love to hear it! #SensoryFriendly #AutismAwareness #HolidayTips

4 Holiday Tips for Kids with Special Needs 🎄✨ 1️⃣ Stick to a Predictable Schedule: Holidays can bring excitement and unpredictability. Maintaining a routine and sharing the day’s plan in advance can help reduce anxiety. 2️⃣ Prepare for Sensory Overload: Festive lights, music, and crowds can be overwhelming. Equip your child with noise-canceling headphones or create a calming space to retreat to when needed. 3️⃣ Encourage Participation: Let your child join holiday activities in ways that make them comfortable, whether it’s decorating, baking, or creating handmade cards. 4️⃣ Communicate with Family: Share your child’s needs and preferences with family members to foster an inclusive and understanding environment. Together, let’s make this holiday season magical and inclusive for every child! 💕 #HolidaySupport #SpecialNeedsCare #InclusiveHolidays #AidingWithCareHealthServices

🎄 Holidays can be magical—but for families with sensory-sensitive kids, they can also be overwhelming. Here’s one simple tip to make the season more sensory-friendly! ✨ Create a Quiet Zone: Designate a calm, quiet space in your home or at holiday gatherings. Fill it with comforting items like noise-canceling headphones, favorite toys, or a weighted blanket. This gives your child a safe place to retreat if things get too loud or overstimulating. 🌟 Remember, it’s okay to take breaks and adjust traditions to fit your family’s needs. The goal is to make the season joyful for everyone. Do you have a go-to sensory-friendly holiday tip? Share it in the comments—we’d love to hear it! #SensoryFriendly #AutismAwareness #HolidayTips

🎄 The Holiday Rush is Over—Now What? 🎄 The gifts are unwrapped, the leftovers are in the fridge, and the kids are surrounded by their new favorite toys. But let’s be honest, parents: we’re exhausted! 💤 Here’s your reminder to take a breather. The holiday chaos may be over, but now it’s time to focus on recharging and preparing for the new year ahead. ✨ Quick Post-Christmas Tips for Parents: 1️⃣ Declutter: Start packing up the decorations and make room for all the new gifts. 2️⃣ Restock: Replenish essentials you’ve run low on during the holiday craze. 3️⃣ Rejuvenate: Take a moment for yourself—whether it’s a long bath, a nap, or a coffee break. Need an extra set of hands as you wrap up the year? Our nannies and sitters are here to support you every step of the way. Visit goodpurposenannies.com to learn more! #PostChristmas #ParentingReset #DFWFamilies #GarlandTX #HolidayRecovery #TexasParents #FamilySupport #PlanoTX #FlowerMoundTX

Hi everyone Today, let's talk about consistency, something our amazing moms demonstrate every single day. 1. Everyday Hero: Moms are like everyday heroes, always there for us, just like consistency is always there to help us achieve our goals. 2. Morning Routine: Just like how our moms wake us up every morning with love and care, consistency helps us stick to our routines and stay on track with our tasks. 3. Homework Help: Moms are consistent in helping us with our homework, teaching us the value of staying dedicated to our studies every day. 4. Healthy Habits: Whether it's making us eat our greens or reminding us to drink water, moms show us the importance of consistency in maintaining healthy habits. 5. Bedtime Stories: Bedtime stories from mom are a comforting ritual, showcasing the power of consistency in fostering bonds and creating lasting memories. 6. Always There :Through thick and thin, moms are always there for us, demonstrating how consistency builds trust and reliability in relationships. We can learn being consistent from our own mom we just need to observe and learn from there only. An individual should be focused and consistent to there goals. HAPPY MOTHERS DAY ❤️

Christmas can feel overwhelming for some neurodivergent children, here are a few top tips to reduce meltdowns and create a calmer Christmas time (please add yours in the comments). Do Christmas dinner your way...Don’t stress about the 'traditional' meal! Bring along safe foods your child loves and feels comfortable eating. The goal is to enjoy the moment, not force the menu. Create a safe space...Wherever you are, find a quiet area free from people, bright lights, and overwhelming decorations. If your child knows they can go somewhere to regulate and have a break when they are someone's house then they will feel more in control of the situation. Prep is key...Help your child feel ready with visual or verbal schedule; whatever works best for them. Talk through what’s happening so they know what to expect. Involve Movement...Active play is important! Plan activities like a morning walk, jumping games, or even a sensory-friendly stretch. Movement helps regulate emotions and keeps everyone in the 'just-right' state. Remember, do what works for your family, remove the pressure of the expectations of others and I hope you have a lovely Christmas. PD: picture of Nicole who has brown hair and glasses smiling at the camera wearing a dress and with gold tinsel round her against a purple background.  #SensoryFriendlyChristmas #SENDParenting #TheSuperSensorySquad #ChristmasTips #ParentingSupport