A huge thank you to the OT Magazine for including us in this amazing full page feature in the current issue! #adhd #adhdmemes #adhdawareness #adhdwomen #adhdsymptoms #adhdparenting #adhdsupport #adhdlife #adhdbrain #adhdkids #dave #dopamine #executivedysfunction #neurodivergent #neurodiversity #neurodiverse #adultdiagnosis #familytraits #asd #autism #actuallyautistic #sleep #press #pr #coverage @theotmagazine

Discount code - ANX15 We love this meme from @jennhasadhd - keep scrolling for her whole post about sleep and ADHD. Fidgetbum is a lightweight alternative to a #weightedblanket - made from breathable cotton fabric and useable in summer and winter. It gives the same proprioceptive input and feels like a reassuring hug in bed, to help your body relax and your brain switch off. We are offering a 15% discount with code ANX15 at checkout. We ship worldwide. Fidgetbum is available in bed sizes from Toddler; Single; Double & King, as well as bespoke bed sizes if required. #adhdsleep #sleepproblems #sleepissues #insomnia #sleepapnea #wired #ruminating #overstimulated #overwhelmed #racingthoughts #sensoryoverload #hyperactivity #adhd #adultadhd #adhdlife #actuallyadhd #adhdadulting #adhdproblems #reallifestuff #peersupport #ndfornd #adhdmemes #adhdpeer #mentalhealth #adhdawareness #dave #sleep #anxiety

Just because no-one recognised something before it was discovered, doesn’t mean it wasn’t there before… Neurodiversity has nothing to do with parenting techniques and everything to do with genetics. Many parents seek their own diagnoses as adults, following a diagnosis of their children, having recognised similar traits within themselves. For our team, here at Fidgetbum, this is certainly the case and the apple never falls far from the tree… 😁 🍎 🌳 We love this illustration from @sensory_overload_australia #adhd #adhdmemes #adhdawareness #adhdwomen #adhdsymptoms #adhdparenting #adhdsupport #adhdlife #adhdbrain #adhdkids #dave #dopamine #executivedysfunction #neurodivergent #neurodiversity #neurodiverse #adultdiagnosis #familytraits #asd #autism #actuallyautistic #sleep

In some people, the brain has trouble organising and responding to information from the senses. Certain sounds, sights, smells, textures, and tastes can create a feeling of “sensory overload.” Bright or flickering lights, loud noises, certain textures of food, and scratchy clothing are just some of the triggers that can make kids feel overwhelmed and upset. There are two types of sensory processing challenges and many children experience a mix of the two. One is oversensitivity (hypersensitivity). This leads to sensory avoiding — avoiding sensory input because it’s too overwhelming. The other is undersensitivity (hyposensitivity) which results in sensory seeking — looking for more sensory stimulation. Some people may be both sensory avoiding and sensory seeking. They may be oversensitive to some sensations, and undersensitive to others. A child’s reactions can also change from one day to the next, or even throughout the day, depending on the environment or situation. Fidgetbum provides sensory feedback for sensory seekers, offering a safe space for children to seek sensory stimulation during the day, and providing a calming sensory cocoon at night. The material is soft, breathable and stretchy, to remove any unwanted external sensory issues, whilst offering the proprioceptive input that many crave in order to settle and sleep well. Developed with sensory needs in mind, it provides comfort whenever required and can be effectively integrated into a sensory diet. For more information, visit the website www.Fidgetbum.com or contact us. #sensory #sensorydiet #sensoryroom #sensoryprocessingdisorder #sensoryoverload #sensoryintegration #sensorykids #sensoryprocessing #autism #adhd #asd #anxiety #sleep #sleepaid

Misconceptions around ADHD abound. The name itself is pretty misleading. With an iceberg, up to 90% of the mass sits beneath the surface, invisible. ADHD is the same. So much more than the sum of the parts of its abbreviation. ADHD - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Renamed by @connor.dewolfe as DAVE. He explains: “It’s not an attention deficit, they just don’t know how to regulate it. That explains the Hyperfocus. It seems to be more of a regulation issue. Like with sleep, it’s either too much or too little. Everything they seem to do is either too much or too little. They’re either over stimulated or under stimulated and they lack Dopamine. So, what about Dopamine Attention Variability Executive Dysfunction? DAVE” It’s so important to listen to neurodivergent adults and communities when educating yourself as a parent. Lived experience is often more relevant than what you’ll read in books to help you support your child in navigating a neurotypical world. [Photo credit @earthbound_madness] #adhd #adhdmemes #adhdawareness #adhdwomen #adhdsymptoms #adhdparenting #adhdsupport #adhdlife #adhdbrain #adhdkids #dave #dopamine #executivedysfunction #neurodivergent #neurodiversity #neurodiverse

TESTIMONIAL TUESDAY Laina is a mum of four, based in Surrey. For many years Alfie, 8, who has ADHD traits, but not a full diagnosis, has experienced trouble sleeping and this interrupted sleep would result in him finding it hard to focus at school. Add to this, the upheaval of lockdowns and schools being closed and night times were getting worse and worse for Alfie and the rest of the family. “In January this year, the lack of sleep was really starting to affect Alfie and I was even starting to think about taking him to the doctor to discuss possible medications, which I have always vowed would be a last resort. In desperation, I tried a Fidgetbum and I can honestly say that the difference has been nothing short of a miracle! Alfie loves the secure feeling of the Fidgetbum and the change in his behaviour has been amazing. He is now much more focused in class and even his teacher has commented on the difference. I can only put all this down to the Fidgetbum as we have not changed anything else in Alfie’s routine. I would 100% recommend Fidgetbum to anyone with a child with sleep issues, in fact I recommended it to my electrician recently for his son and he can’t believe the difference it has made as his son is now sleeping through the night which has never happened before. I just want to say a huge thank you to Mel”. #testimonialtuesday #testimonial #thankyou #parenting #sleep #sleepaid #adhd #anxiety #sleepissues #cantsleep #upallnight #clientreview #review #reviewtuesday #reviewtime #customerreview #customerfeedback #customerexperience

Is there anywhere more relaxing to be on a Friday in Surrey? Lavender oil is a popular aromatherapy choice for sleep and relaxation. Several studies show that using lavender oil for aromatherapy can improve sleep quality, including in people with insomnia, depression, and anxiety. Aromatherapy using lavender oil may also increase time spent in deep, slow-wave sleep. When we’re in extra need of a good night’s sleep, a light misting of lavender on our Fidgetbum and pillow works wonders. Perfect partners on a summer’s evening… #sleep #sleepaid #sleephealth #relaxation #asd #asc #insomnia #anxiety #anxietysupport #anxious #adhd #adhdawareness #sleepeasy #lavender #lavenderfields #lavenderessentialoil #rest #recharge #depression #mayfieldlavender

TESTIMONIAL TUESDAY Fifteen-year-old Olivia was born with Cerebral Palsy which means that she has reduced mobility, learning difficulties, is PEG fed, unable to communicate verbally and requires 24/7 care. Prior to using Fidgetbum, her mum had tried a weighted blanket to help Olivia settle at night, but she kept knocking it off because it made her too warm. So, her mum started asking in various online groups to see what other parents were using and, when she was told about Fidgetbum, she thought it sounded like a great idea at a very reasonable price. “Olivia has often woken during the night and is also fed during the night so sleep can at times be a problem. But with the Fidgetbum, Olivia is so much more comfortable, feels nice and cosy and it keeps her duvet in place and her back covered so she doesn’t get cold. “The Fidgetbum also helps keep Olivia in bed, meaning there is no need for a bed guard. We could not imagine life without it and, unlike a weighted blanket, it is very easy to transport, meaning that we could easily fit it in with clothes in a suitcase when we go on holiday. As the parent of a child with additional needs, I am only too aware of how much things can cost but I am pleased to say that the Fidgetbum offers superb value for money and I would certainly recommend other families get in touch with Mel to learn more about this amazing sleep aid”. #sleepaid #cerebralpalsy #sleep #sleepcoach #sleepissues #sleepless #bedguard #weightedblanket #compressionsheet #anxiety #asd #autism #adhd #bedtime #bedbuddy #send #disabledliving #disabilityawareness #testimonialtuesday

Proud to be stocked in New Zealand by @alliedmedical 🇳🇿 #sleepaid #sleep #sleeptight #sleephealth #sleephelp #sleepproblems #sleepbetter

We just love this quote and couldn’t agree more after a week of home schooling. #parenting #parents #parentsofinstagram #parentingquotes #children #love #parentingis #sleepaid

Fab feature in @accessmobilitypro on our first shipment to New Zealand for @alliedmedical Thank you for covering our story!

Delighted to be included in the latest issue of @sen_mag 🧡 #sen #send #sleep #asd #autism #anxiety #sleepaid #weightedblanket