Wondering what makes sensory play so crucial for your little one's development? Sensory play engages all of your child's senses most commonly known to be their sense of touch, smell, sight, sound, and taste. But it goes beyond that too, encompassing movement, balance and spatial awareness. From the moment they're born, your child uses their senses to explore the world around them. As they do so their brain is making up to a million new brain connections every second! Think of it as laying the fo

Sensory play is so fun for kids of all ages! But sometimes you might need to think outside the box a little bit to make it work for your family. So what if you have a little one who would love to play with water beads but might still be exploring the world with mouthing? Here’s a taste-safe alternative: Tapioca pearls! Add some food coloring for an extra fun (and totally mesmerizing) experience. And just like all sensory play… it’s not just for little kids! I know a lot of big kids (and let’s be

I owe so many happy motherhood moments to sensory play 🥹. My girls have been helping me make sensory play recipes since they could sit up independently. It’s part of the activity!! • You know my love for sensory play runs deep but there’s a really good reason for it. Or shall I say, 7 good reasons 😉. Apart from it being the only kind of activity that actually entertains my kids for more than 5 minutes, there are some truly incredible benefits. Enhancing brain development, supporting language s

After visiting a sensory room for the first time, I now think these spaces should be everywhere. This is Imaginarium Sensory Room by West Suburban Special Recreation Assoc inside George A. Leoni Complex in Melrose Park. Anyone with sensory challenges in the area can come hang out in this peaceful oasis to reset their minds. The 45 minute private appointment is $10. I was told today that 1 in 6 children are dealing with sensory issues and are not necessarily in the autism spectrum. #anabelaval #a