Back to basics

Neurodivergent children and young people often face unique challenges with daily routines and tasks. That’s why we’ve developed our Day-To-Day SEN Support Pack, in collaboration with experts, to support you and your family.

Supporting hygiene

Helping your child develop healthy hygiene habits can be a gradual journey, especially when sensory sensitivities, routines, or communication challenges come into play. Here, we make personal care more approachable.

Whether you're focusing on toilet training, dental care, or hair washing, our goal is to help you, and reach personal milestones.

Supporting toileting

Watch this four-minute video where we explore neurodivergent friendly approaches you can use to successfully navigate toileting.

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Bath time

Has a sudden change in temperature, bright spotlights, or bubbly textures ever impacted bath time? Explore our top tips.

Flushing anxiety

Here, we explore the differences in the extensive sensory, social, physical and emotional arena of toileting.

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Dental hygiene

Teeth-brushing due to sensory sensitives, motor skill challenges and difficulty with routine-tasks. Explore top tips to support your child with the task.

Stepping outside with confidence

Leaving the house can feel overwhelming at times. For neurodiverse families, this can be exacerbated when the day lacks structure or predictability. In this section, learn how to navigate these tasks with confidence.

Getting dressed

Challenges with motor skills, sensory sensitivities, or following steps can make this a difficult task. Learn practical tips, and strategies.

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Navigating transitions

This two-minute video covers home to school, school to home, and everything in-between, learn strategies and top tips for creating seamless transitions

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Leaving the House

It is important to set clear expectations, and offer consistent support. We share top tips to help your child transition out the home environment.

Sensory travel pack

Watch our short video for some inspiration on what to pack in your child's sensory travel pack, to help create smoother journeys.

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Managing mealtimes

Mealtimes can be a source of connection, but for many families, they can also bring challenges. Sensory sensitivities, food preferences, routines, and anxiety around eating can all affect how mealtimes unfold.

This section offers gentle, practical support to help you create a calm and positive mealtime environment that works for your child and your family.

Family feasts

Mealtimes, expectations, food preferences, sensory experiences, all look unique in every home.

In this video and article, Anne-Marie Harrison, Education Director from Ideas Afresh, explores how you can support your child at the dinner table.

Choice board

Helping your child feel confident and in control during mealtimes can make all the difference. Our downloadable Food Choice Board is designed to do just that, by offering a simple, visual way for children to make food choices that suit their preferences and sensory needs.

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Navigating bedtime

Bedtimes can be a chance for connection, but for many families, they also come with challenges. Sensory sensitivities, sleep preferences, routines, and anxiety around winding down can all influence how bedtime unfolds.

This section offers gentle, practical support to help you create a calm and positive bedtime routine that works for your family.

Positive sleep routines

Here are strategies for winding down, creating a sensory-friendly sleep environment, and managing a consistent and calming bedtime routine.

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Bed time strategies

Many neurodivergent children find bedtime challenging, so small changes can make a big difference.

Building your family's routine

Now that you're equipped with knowledge and advice, it's time to build a routine that works for you and your family. Using our routine calendar, create a structure that ensures stability in day-to-day life.