Autism Gift Guide - Sensory Toys For Your Autistic Child

[@fatheringautism]

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[@zoetonykennedy9141]

FatheringAutism I love watching u guys! my fiance is autistic. we are having a baby so like watching these to help with him and baby if God gives us a autistic baby 2. love ur family! so loving. ☺

[@grayskindablue]

FatheringAutism "unless he's into that, no judgment" honestly that sentence made me love you guys even more. I'm going back and watching old videos. I babysit a little guy who's getting tested and we're all sure is somewhere on the spectrum, and I have never painted.. polished? 😅 nails in my life but man do I try because it makes him so happy. I love how his family only cares about what makes him happy, too. Thanks for the awesome Xmas tips. Not quite that time of year again but we're not far.

[@bug4600]

orbe

[@hannahscott6604]

FatheringAutism looooove kinetic sand

[@autismfambam771]

will have to try this for my son insteam of just going directly to baby toys my son is 2 years old an is consider high risk autistic so trying this kind of things will help

[@ZeeS3313]

"Were probrably going to regret buying these, but she'll love them" = awesome parenting

[@KurtNoBrains94]

ella segreaves

[@adriannaessex7425]

You're such a good dad! I have mid-high functioning autism and I wish I had a dad, it would have made everything easier for me.

[@fatheringautism]

+Adrianna Essex Thank you for the kind words. The challenges we face make us stronger people though.

[@imaginelife8853]

"every one in four are girls with autism, so maybe not if you have a boy..unless he's in to that! no judgement"👏👏👏👏 love it😊👏 you guys seem like great parents, and I love to watch your videos! hope you have a good Christmas season!

[@scarlettlange8887]

this right here is a phenomenal father.

[@MissEmsiee]

I'm high functioning, but even when I was a pre teen, I would always want to go into the toys section. Who says that at a certain age we have to stop having fun?

[@ravenkitley7092]

Emma Taivalantti moderate Autistic person right here and I still asked for toysAnd sensory toys for my birthday and Christmas plus stuffed animals

[@eclaire1748]

im 27 and still buy myself toys lol

[@DifferentReader]

I strongly dislike functioning labels but if I had to I’d probably say that I’m moderate, and I’m 17 and still break away from my parents while shopping to look at the toys! I love plushies (esp. jellycat and gund brand ones because they’re so soft) and I’m always looking for sensory stuff!!!

[@bellac6311]

I dont like functioning labels, but if i were to use them id be very high functioning. But i still love all the baby sensory toys my cousin has and think theyre so stimulating and fun!

[@MegaMindFrame]

My son is 15 and moderate/high functioning. Is there any advice you guys have that could help me understand his likes/dislikes better. We know the basics but not a lot families to interact with in our small town.

[@mdancer6053]

Your a great father

[@fatheringautism]

Itz_maggie Thanks, I appreciate that.

[@alexlong7034]

Have you ever thought about getting Abbie into art? Sure there’s drawing but you have sculpting, finger painting, putting things together, etc. I feel like art is a very positive way of spending your energy and expressing yourself.

[@emmaconnelly7298]

I have no form of Autism, but I love sensory toys. I have slime, putty, floam, sand, play doh, fidget cubes, fidget spinners, and more! I find it so fun and calming to have sensory toys.

[@emiliec4391]

When your fire place is loading.....

[@ashleycofield2026]

I had that necklace/bracelet maker when I was younger. It's super fun.

[@romieabel2629]

I know.

[@tinyking11]

You are a phenomenon father! My toddler has mid functioning autism. You hit it right on the head when you said autistic kids like toys are doesn’t go with their age. They mostly enjoy baby/infant toys. That’s definitely my son. Lol

[@rmjames83]

“I hate your KZbin channel” oh Cilla... If only you knew what awesomeness was on your channel in years to come...and the Shorty award y’all would receive...You guys are awesome!! I LOVE your channel!!

[@themandoLAUREN]

oil timers, magnetic putty, infinity cube, magnetic titles, these weird soft brick things, baby sensory texture balls, chew tubes, weighted items, soft toys of your favourite movies, music, headphones, soft blankets, bobble heads, shower crayons, water paints, coloured rice, bubble machines, magnetic cube, massage things etc there's so many little things that could be great ideas for some, not so great for others. I'm autistic and these are the kinds of things I love. I have this twiddler that I carry around, or this ball thing i can rub, tangles, this textured caterpillar, weighted door stop thats like a knot etc. Sometimes getting creative can go a long way. Alllll the fidgets but it can also be fun just to get them things based on their interests like if they love snoopy, snoopy blankets, movies, books etc as well. The balance you guys got was nice for Abby and you guys are really good with her. I love the container for the kinetic sand. Also it's super easy for those who maybe can't afford to get lots of playdoh or it goes bad. The homemade ones certain ones are edible, so if they sneak some in their mouth, it won't hurt them since I know some people will eat things they shouldn't, especially younger kids on the more severe end, but also my level 2 niece. She enjoys helping make it. OH, also cloud doh is another fun one to make. Good luck, peoples

[@racheldawn9329]

Thank you for this! I have a 16 year old Autistic son that is low functioning and you gave me some good starter ideas. Like you, I always find myself in the baby isle looking for toys for him and sometime I just really want something better. I highly recommend the Talking Tom and friends talk back toys ( Tom, Angela, Ginger and Ben) for your daughter. My son LOVES THEM!!! We have been through at least 2 of each over the last 5 years or so. They are about $30.00 and you push the little button in their hand and they record whatever you say and they repeat it in a high pitched voice (or in the case of talking Ben, a low voice) that my son loves. By far his absolute favorite toy that he has never tired of... Ever! Which I'm sure you know is nothing short of a miricle. The only other thing we have ever found that he plays with every single day is his yahama keyboard 🎹. He switches the sounds and songs... He loves it and taught himself how to use it. A piece of advice it to pick a volume that your happy with and then either tape over the volume or remove the volume knob all together. You will thank me later for that little piece of advice. Lol. Merry Christmas!

[@ChefRalphie]

Taking notes for the grandparents idea area...need to re-watch..oh drums...got it !

[@TheKaidynB]

I’m high functioning but I still love all of these! My favorite that isn’t shown here are tangle fidgets.I grew up with Melissa and Doug and as an autistic adult I will still spend all day with simple things such as woodblocks and sorting things. Probably why I’m going into training to become a brick mason

[@khvoegtlin]

i'm not on the autism spectrum myself, but i do have ADD which does make focusing extremely hard for me. but i love sensory toys like this, i really like the play foam and diy slime which is fun to make. i actually don't own one but the fidget cube is also very helpful during class especially. i have a brother with autism as well and he is very close in age with Abbie! love your videos, i wish the best for you and your family 💙

[@tubzballet]

I knew you were an ABA dad as soon as you said VOID. ❤️ First video I’ve watched of yours and definitely not my last!

[@Chris-qf5do]

A separate tree that the child CAN touch?! This is seriously a game changer at our house. Thanks so much for the tip.

[@fatheringautism]

Cool! Glad it helped

[@rheaandmichael7958]

Andrea 1 got my son a tree. Dollar tree. He can touch it. Great for him.

[@hannahscott6604]

That stacker with the shapes is awesome!!!! A lot of the children I take care of enjoy that. I actually fidget with the jacob’s latter so even I enjoy that when I’m stressed

[@catemcdowell]

if I ever have a bad day I will warch your videos because I cant help but smile evrytime I watch your videos I cant help but smile

[@fatheringautism]

That means a lot. Thank you.

[@Medusa5150]

Love Melissa and Doug! Diego has tons different style puzzles. He loves regular giant floor puzzles as well. I LOL with the that " this fine piece of work" part! Hee hee! He's good at not messing with tree BUT I'm totally gonna use our small table top tree just for him. Thanks for that great idea!

[@evie4265]

I have autism and I love this vid I’m more high functioning than low but still find you’re vids helpfull

[@Mattbuniverse]

OMG I just realized that fireplace is the TV!! I was worried about that flame being so high and being next to Abbie's tree!! 😁 it looks great 👍

[@moonfelines]

Slowly but surely becoming my favorite channel

[@fatheringautism]

+WishingFluff Thanks! I appreciate it!

[@phiagirl6284]

I got that jewelry kit when I was probably Abby's age too!

[@cookiefacetwgirlxoxo5947]

PhiaGirl true.

[@arosad]

Love the video! My boy is lower functioning and shopping for toys is indeed heartbreak city. These are GREAT gift ideas that we are definitely going to be purchasing!

[@AmyLeeAngelLove]

Great video! Another excellent stocking stuffer (if you could fit it depending on the size) is the Bubble Popper sensory fidget toy.

[@HorrorPrincess]

I need to show this to my family so they get a good idea of what to get me for Christmas.

[@mirandamitchell1223]

Thank you so much for your videos I can't even begin to express how appreciated they are... You hit the nail on the head when you explained about going down the isles looking at age appropriate gifts and realizing your heading right back to the infant section again and your grandparents ideas are amazing we dread that all important question we get EVERY gift giving holiday "What should we get Raevyn?" which is always hard because we don't always know the answer ourselves and let's be honest there's only so many sensory lights on little girl needs lol so thank you very amazing I will be sharing with friends and family and hopefully the check out more of your videos and are able to gain a little insight into what our days are like as well lol

[@Vesselvfx]

Thank you so much for this video. My autistic boyfriend really enjoyed the shaving cream and had a sensory overload. I am so grateful for this video

[@tiffanyrobinson4719]

This video was right on time. I found your video while shopping in the toy aisle @ TJ maxx and found 2 toys from your list immediately. Thanks so much

[@ginapfeiffer5395]

I am a 32 year old autistic adult and I just love toys, especially sensory toys. I love going down the toy aisle like at Target and Walmart. Play doh is so fun to play with and I love the smell of it 🙂. Water beads are a favorite of mine. The play foam is too sticky for me, but great gift ideas, Asa.

[@e.b.6357]

It took me a while to realize the fireplace was actually the TV 😂 Great gift ideas!

[@thegamergirlforever9213]

Best dad Ever 🙏😇 Thank you for this amazing videos my son is autistic he is 5

[@missmolls3150]

Why is this video the cutest thing in the world? 😭❤️

[@rb290182]

I watch you all the way from india. I have a mildly autistic toddler. Just discovered your channel :) Mine loves the trampoline and kinetic sand.

[@LaikenJordan]

Perfect thanks for the help. Our neice is 9 and autistic. Trying to find her the best gifts

[@ThatMargaret]

Watching this again for making toys for my group home. thank you so much Asa!!!!

[@ghost-cat420]

I know I’m late but you’re such a great father, also I always put food coloring in the shaving cream!!

[@SC-po9em]

good way to stain ur hands tho

[@kidzskillz]

Love your videos!!! Definitely linking your videos on my website!

[@kindereggs4263]

You are the best father ever

[@anthonystars8933]

There is a book called Butterfly in the Water that you might like to read. It is about five people with autism lost in the wilderness after a plane crash. They are with this weird pilot and two teachers. They have to try and rescue themselves. It is an action adventure story with fate, destiny, humour, romance and tragedy. They become heroes in a way and I liked that.

[@DianaSprague]

Love this! I totally need to put shaving cream on my list! I did a video to, I love learning from other parents too!!! ❤️

[@colaw77]

Love the tomfoolery at the end lol

[@EHCBunny4real]

Abbie may like "Little Cosmetics Pretend Makeup Signature set," because it contains a compact, eyeshadow, lip gloss and glitter but they do not make a mess

[@audemelissa84]

Way to go Asa, Love your face mask for Pricilla! Great toys too

[@jojokukahiko]

Omg this is so awsome!!! My son dosent like toys and he will love this stuff!!! My ot therapist never said to let him play with this stuff outside of therapy I find that very odd but this is so awesome because I'm going to utilize all this for Christmas because I'm thinking I don't know what to get him but now I do!!!!!

[@huguettevictor7667]

I am from Panama. Your videos have been very helpul. Thanks

[@fatheringautism]

+Huguette Victor So glad to hear. Thank you for watching!

[@jjsgalaxyhangout]

Since I had autism I like play-doh, kenectic sand, water beads, and play foam, and a bean machine and it's really smart

[@gourmet2276]

kinetic sand is awesome.

[@EHCBunny4real]

My son loved sleeping bags. His mutant ninja sack was his fav retreat when he felt overwhelmed

[@mslovetts1meatpies]

I just love your family

[@viryortega5034]

You just earned a new suscriber!! Awesome video!

[@lazerblades9501]

Great video! I can tell you’re a great dad!

[@ethna8236]

Please do this again this year ✨✨✨

[@fatheringautism]

+The Girl In The Red Scarf Planning on it!

[@ethna8236]

FatheringAutism oh my gosh I love these clicking that notification button the now ! 😃

[@heidihokes7789]

Love the end! Lol Priscilla is so funny!! Lol

[@naliblu8788]

Yeah...Cilla is right. ASA is soooo extra BUT that's what makes him an amazingly fun guy. Can't forget his artsy fartsy gooiey center.....wait....that was weird. LOVE YA ASA! *LAUGHING*

[@talkinginpictures4766]

Fantastic ideas, thank you so much for sharing!

[@Mattbuniverse]

You all are simply awesome!!! Thank you for posting this! I was wondering what other sensory toys to get my little munchkin!!

[@SchizophrenicCathy]

Here's another idea of a fun sensory activity that is easy, clean, and cheap! Dishsoap bubbles! Seriously. Fill your kitchen sink with warm water and LOTS of dish soap. The bubbles are really fun to play with. I used to grab them and clap my hands, sending bubbles flying everywhere. I also will hold some bubbles and blow on them quickly, scattering bubbles all over. Then they pop, and you're done!

[@ravenforlano6131]

I love the tree idea

[@RogueShadowAngel]

i LOVE what you did at the end. XD poor Priscilla but it was funny.

[@sethdoesnascar8281]

I have a sensory toy that's called a tangle it makes me really happy!

[@shawnafsworld7431]

another great idea for presents is "Fake Rubber Lizards" I've got a new of them."Tangle Fidget's " also make great gift idea for Autism. Teens and kids and even elderly people. with Alztymers and Dementia it helps improve Joint Mobility in hands and wrists. ADHD, OCD, ect One has velvet Fuzz, on it. they come in 2 different sizes Tangle Fidget Jr. and tangle fidgey Jumbo size. Tangle Fidget Hairy, different colors and Styles to Choose from.

[@ceekay3143]

Ooh yeah, water beads! Very age appropriate. You can even go crazy with the whole "spa" approach with a spa chair, or hand or foot bath thing. orbeezone.com/products/profile/1304 orbeezone.com/products/profile/1338 For kids on the spectrum in Australia (or honestly anyone), I recommend some of the stocking stuffers Kmart has this year. Blink heel light: www.kmart.com.au/product/blink-heel-light/1056482 Rainbow LED fan: www.kmart.com.au/product/rainbow-led-fan/1078413 Spiral timer: www.kmart.com.au/product/spiral-timer/1085350 Light box: www.kmart.com.au/product/light-box-with-interchangeable-slides/911911 Not to mention those ageless things like clothes (boring!), pool toys/games/sprinklers, balls, Lego/Duplo/K'Nex/Zoobs/construction kits, the kinetic sand/play foam/low mess squishy crafty goos, maybe something like a Bop It? For those with enough fine motor skills to hold and use a pen, there's a whole bunch of 3D pens where it uses a liquid plastic that cures with a special light rather than melting plastic with a hot thing. I got a 2 pen pack for like AU$15 for my friends who are 24 and 30. I've nearly burnt myself several times on my heat plastic pen, and would try a no-heat one if I didn't have all this plastic filament and expensive pen to use up.

[@debbiet498]

Oh my! Using a Jelly Belly machine for motor skills. THANKS!

[@bubblewrap7357]

My teacher used to give us all shaving cream on our desk and put a few drops of different finger paints in it.

[@WXLM-MorganNicole619]

I want kinetic sand! Where do you get that stuff? Plus poor Priscilla for the shaving cream. Loading fireplace funny

[@staceyruwoldt9158]

Awwww poor Priscilla!! ☺❤💙💜 I would be speechless if that happened to me lol 😂😂😂💖

[@MelB868]

I have a medium functioning autistic kid in Sunday school he loves playdough we can't have it every week but he loves it it seems like it calms him. I can't do any kinds of beads with them they are all kindergarten and under they will just put them in their mouths my five year old niece wouldn't but the rest of those kids I can't trust them with beads yet. They would probably like that foam stuff I haven't tried it.

[@ausomemomma9005]

I love this .. thank you so much and I love the ideas in this video

[@fatheringautism]

Thank you so much for watching! Have a Merry Christmas!

[@HellzBellz15]

..... But shaving cream isn't so messy? Lol I'd choose the playdough over shaving cream lol my daughter would just end up with it in her mouth, nose, eye, hair, etc. You me a me laugh a few times throughout so you get a thumbs up from me ! Lol thank you guys.

[@lizzytorra8299]

rice is a good gift to its great for tactile play

[@MeaganWolf18]

I have Aspergers (a form of autism). I use silly putty!

[@MelB868]

I have Aspergers too

[@amywhitewolf4903]

I have it too i have a fidget cube and do not like sticky textures

[@katiewhite7955]

Meagan Wolf my cousin has aspie

[@hannahscott6604]

Meagan Wolf most of us still use the term aspergers for people who know what the internet is and can comment on things. I hate that they took it out of the dsm. I have Social Pragmatic Communication Disorder and anxiety and I enjoy silly putty too!!!

[@DifferentReader]

Hannah Scott I know some completely nonverbal autistic people who use the internet and post on tumblr. 4 of them.

[@lahainaj]

Thanks for the suggestions❤

[@Maddy-dh7xv]

I love playdoah and water beads

[@falasteen2723]

omg where have you guys been lol love your video! we are muslims, and our Eid, what is "our christmas" is comming up, love the video great ideas

[@fatheringautism]

Lol, we've been right here! Cool, glad you liked the video and I hope it helps.

[@hanniexox3877]

This was very helpful. thankyou

[@autismfambam771]

will have to try this for my son insteam of just going directly to baby toys my son is 2 years old an is consider high risk autistic so trying this kind of things will help

[@missdarcieleigh4324]

I love this! that was so helpful and entertaining!

[@Blessed_Mama611]

This was such a helpful video as my nephew who is on the spectrum has a birthday coming up!!! Also, where did you get your tshirt, I love it! 👍

[@J1737-t7y]

My parents own the building that Melissa & Doug are in!! Random fact but true lol

[@annej44]

I love all your autism superhero shirts where are they from

[@hazyhoneyskies]

My son is kind of just obsessed with jumping and climbing on things. He doesn't really engage in things like kinetic sand and orbeez and other sensory stuff. He stims primarily by hitting his mouth on bunched up blankets. I am still really trying to find things that appeal to him. I took him to the park the other day and he flapped and made excited noises but wouldn't really play with anything or engage. I put him in the swing and he was indifferent, completely reactionless, actually. I guess I'm just typing this out here right now because I feel emotional. He's on a year long waiting list for an official diagnosis even, He used to talk, when he was a year old he'd say mommy and daddy and "uh oh, it's empty!" when referring to his cup. I have video of him shortly before regression where he was following instruction, playing games, interacting and laughing. I don't understand what happened. I feel grief like I lost my child. I don't know if he will ever talk again, I wish I could have heard him say he loves me. Sorry to be a downer, my heart is just hurting tonight.

[@fatheringautism]

+Melanie B. Thank you so much for sharing. It makes my heart ache but I do appreciate that you can vent. I know your pain. Another parent recommended a slackline for kids that seek heavy sensory input from jumping, climbing, etc. Here is a link for one amzn.to/2lVVrax Thank you for watching and for taking the time to share your story.

[@joyfulgal777]

I just stumbled across your site. You are an awesome dad! One question... WHERE DID YOU GET YOUR SHIRT??? I would love to know. Thanks!

[@fatheringautism]

+joyfulgal777 Awe, thanks! You can get the shirt here: amzn.to/2kO1qQo Thanks for watching. If you haven't already be sure to subscribe and click the bell icon so you get notified when I upload a new video.

[@Moonwillow92]

some great ideas for toys! also can't believe you did that to your wife (wait no actually i can!)

[@jakobbourne6381]

Books would be nice if they don't have problems reading, especially custom versions of it to nurture growth ( *personalised childrens books* )

[@laibahhussain1694]

Nice toys

[@quit9867]

My little brother has autism, he likes puzzles, play dohs.

[@adinboyer]

This video was AWESOME! I love the creativity, and Abigail will definitely be having a blast with those gifts. Quick question - what is her opinion on Christmas lights? Does she seek that sort of sight input as much as her touch input?

[@fatheringautism]

Adin's Music The only thing she does with lights is turn off the big fluorescent light in the kitchen. I think it is just too intense for her. Otherwise she doesn't seem to be bothered by lighting.

[@adinboyer]

Interesting. My only sensory sensitivity and craving is with sound. It's so cool to see so many other sides of the spectrum!

[@MelB868]

Fathering autism I have Aspergers and some lights hurt my eyes if they are bright I'm especially bothered by sunlight. Those kind of lights you mentioned we can hear them it's the noise.

[@MelB868]

We can hear fluorescent lights.

[@danielleshaw1181]

Ur gift ideas r great here is Something that I have found it works well with kids with pico making edible Plato they can play with it and then they can eat it

[@Itslilly_kit]

I love yall lol. I have an almost 6 year old girl with asbergers. I'm wondering, does your child fixate on characters? Ours is obsessed with opening hatchimal small eggs and then does nothing with the inside stuff. She just likes opening them. Some of the insides of them are being discontinued and replaced with other things. Fairies for instance instead of unicorns etc.. so their becoming bigger and plastic not the kind u can open. What do u do when this happens and they no longer sell what your child asks for constantly? We spend 10 dollars a week every week on them. But I'm worried about the day that they aren't available or the price goes up bc they're so hard to obtain. Any suggestions for a replacement? I dont mean Easter eggs. These are the small realistic eggs that u have to break and a tiny "colleggtible" creature made of plastic is inside.

[@ThePinkfluf]

Thanku ! Great video! Yeah! Playdoh drives me nuts especially as Dylan wants to roll it everywhere but the table lol! Kinetic sand looks worth a go! Couldn't live without a trampoline! That's great idea with the tree ! Will note that for next year ! U both funny. 😀😄😄😄😄 If you have any ideas for kids who love water and love overflowing sinks would b useful! Ta

[@fatheringautism]

+Kate Mackenzie Check out water beads. Abbie played with hers tonight. They are wet and can be messy but much easier to control the mess. Also, consider a cascading fountain outside. It would have the same affect as the overflowing sink without the mess.

[@norcalirishman9413]

Very cool video!

[@doginasweater.3861]

Your fireplace buffers.

[@Sunshine_adventures]

Thank you so much !!

[@ccee1877]

Funny and informative. Thanks :D

[@kawaiikawaiianimegirl4144]

Very cool video.