10 Ways to Support Your Sensory Seeker at Home

If you have a child who’s constantly on the move—jumping, crashing, spinning—you might have a sensory seeker on your hands.

Sensory seekers crave input. Their bodies are asking for more sensation—more movement, more touch, more everything. While it can feel overwhelming as a parent, these kids aren’t “hyper” or “out of control.” They’re trying to meet a real sensory need.

The good news? With the right strategies, you can help them get the input they crave in ways that are safe, calming, and fun.

Here are 10 easy ways to support your sensory seeker at home:

1. Create a “Crash Zone”
Set up a safe space with pillows, beanbags, or a crash pad where your child can jump, tumble, and land safely.

2. Try Heavy Work Activities
Have your child push a laundry basket filled with books, carry grocery bags, or do wall push-ups. Heavy work gives the body the deep pressure it craves.

3. Use a Mini Trampoline
Indoor trampolines are a sensory seeker’s best friend. Just a few minutes of jumping can help “reset” their system.

4. Offer Chewable Jewelry or Crunchy Snacks
If your child seeks oral input (chewing sleeves, pencils), offer safe alternatives like chewy necklaces or crunchy snacks like carrots or pretzels.

5. Incorporate Movement Breaks
Don’t expect sensory seekers to sit still for long stretches. Build in movement breaks between activities—jumping jacks, stretching, or a quick dance party.

6. Encourage Big Body Play
Games like tug-of-war, bear hugs, and wheelbarrow walks help meet proprioceptive (body awareness) needs in a fun, connecting way.

7. Make a Sensory Bin
Fill a large bin with rice, beans, or kinetic sand. Digging, scooping, and pouring give both tactile and proprioceptive feedback.

8. Provide Fidget Tools
Offer fidget toys like stress balls, putty, or textured fabrics to keep hands busy during quiet activities.

9. Use Weighted Blankets or Lap Pads
Weighted items can provide calming deep pressure during rest, homework time, or car rides.

10. Celebrate Their Strengths
Sensory seekers are often adventurous, enthusiastic, and creative. Help them channel their energy—and remind yourself (and them!) that these traits are superpowers, not problems.

You’re Not Alone

Learning to support a sensory seeker can be a journey—but with the right tools, you’ll both find more calm, more connection, and more confidence.

Need help figuring out what works best for your child? Coral Care’s pediatric occupational therapists specialize in supporting sensory needs right at home.

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