Sensory Processing Resources

How do I help my child....?  It is the question I think most parents have in their mind when they are seeking occupational therapy services for their child, or any therapy services for that matter.  Sensory Processing Disorders can be one of the most challenging to understand, while the symptoms may be easy to identify the "why is this happening" is often hard for parents to understand.  Surely, Sensory Processing can be a challenge for anyone to understand, even some therapists.  Luckily, there are many wonderful websites and resources available to you and your family to help increase your understanding of sensory integration, sensory processing, and sensory processing disorders.  Check out a few of these resources if you are looking for creative ways to work with your child.

After doing some research, if you are still wondering what to do, be sure to find a good Occupational Therapist in your area who can help you to get working on the challenges you and your child are facing.  With the right interventions at the right time, your child can make great progress toward their and your goals.

BOOKS: 

The Out-of-Sync Child: Recognizing and Coping with Sensory Processing Disorder, Revised Edition by Carol Kranowitz and Lucy Jane Miller

 

The Out-of-Sync Child Has Fun, Revised Edition: Activities for Kids with Sensory Processing Disorder by Carol Stock Kranowitz

Too Loud, Too Bright, Too Fast, Too Tight: What to Do If You Are Sensory Defensive in an Overstimulating World by Sharon Heller

 

Sensational Kids: Hope and Help for Children with Sensory Processing Disorder by Lucy Jane Miller Ph.D OTR and Doris A. Fuller

 

Sensory Integration Strategies, Sensory Strategies for Home and School by Lisa Berry OT and Girard Sagmiller

 

Sensory Integration and the Child: 25th Anniversary Edition by A. Jean Ayres

 

WEBSITES: 

SPD Foundation 

 

SENSORY PROCESSING DISORDER . COM

 

 

How does my child "measure up?"

Should she have started talking by now?  Should he be walking already?  When should I give her a spoon to try to eat by herself?  Shouldn't he have rolled over by now?  Why doesn't he play with other children? Why didn't he ever crawl? 

As parents, it is natural to ask questions such as these.  We all wonder how our child is developing and if the doctor will catch on with those few check ups in the first few years if something has gone awry.  But, there are many resources out there to help parents determine if their child is on track or if they are falling behind.  First, it is always important to remember that all children develop at their own pace. Some children may walk as early as 9 months while others may wait to take their first steps at 18 months.  Remember that your child is an individual and will develop at their own pace.  If you are concerned, there are wonderful resources for all families that are offered free to you and your child.  If you are in Colorado check out Early Intervention Colorado. 

This site is full of resources to help you and your child find your way to the answers you are looking for.  If you are still concerned after checking out the developmental checklists contact your local school district for information on Child Find.

Child Find is a state mandated program, free to your family, for children ages 0-3.  Child Find is responsible for locating and identifying children who are experiencing delays and helping them to get the services they need.

Early intervention has been proven to be the best way to get children "caught up" when they are falling behind in those developmental milestones.  So, whatever you do, if you are concerned, do the research and get your child the help they need.

What is Sensory Processing Disorder?

Welcome to our Blog!  TheraPlay of Colorado is located in the Denver Metropolitan area (Colorado,USA).  We are a new company providing Occupational Therapy services to children of all ages.  We specialize in a variety of developmental delays and disorders, ranging from Autism to Handwriting to sensory processing disorders.  Check back with us in the future for more information on our services.  Also, feel free to contact us with any questions!  Enjoy!