HOUSTON – She’s a local mom who saw firsthand the benefits of sensory play after her daughter spent 100 days in the NICU and the bins she made for her, helped her child’s development. Now Britni ...

If you’ve read a parenting blog or listened to a parenting podcast lately, you’ve likely heard the term “sensory play” being tossed around. But what is sensory play? In short, sensory play is a ...

Most kids love to get messy and while your mother may have told you not to play with your food, for a picky eater, playing with food might be just what the doctor ordered. Sensory play is a great ...

Perfect as both a calming sensory experience and for tactile therapy play, kinetic sand has made its way into the hearts of kids, parents and teachers alike. But, you won’t have to worry about your ...

These easy screen-free activities for toddlers take under 5 minutes to set up and use stuff you already have. No craft degree required.

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Sensory play is more than just fun and games. It's a vital component of childhood development. The rich neural pathways formed through sensory play facilitate learning and growth in all children, ...

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Britni Haynie, local mom and founder of Mama of Joy Sensory Play, shows 3 easy sensory play ideas for babies, toddlers, and preschoolers These activities are not only easy but budget friendly as well.