The Way of Play

December 2, 2025

PlayWell’s 2025 Sensory Friendly Holiday Gift Guide features a curated collection of products that blend purposeful play with sensory support. From stocking stuffers to larger activity sets, each item is designed to promote regulation, skill building, and joyful exploration through tactile, visual, deep-pressure, and movement-based input. The guide includes gifts for all ages, from sensory tools and open-ended toys to cozy loungers and baby-friendly essentials, making developmentally supportive play both accessible and magical.

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July 3, 2025

Happy Summer from PlayWell! ☀️ Unstructured play is powerful by supporting movement, sensory exploration, and joy. We’ve rounded up 20 easy, outdoor-inspired ideas to spark connection and creativity all season long.

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May 1, 2025

Occupational and speech therapists often team up in sensory play spaces like PlayWell to support kids with regulation, communication, and social growth. These inclusive environments help all children build confidence and connect through movement and play.

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March 31, 2025

Do you ever notice yourself or your child repetitively humming or mumbling? Tapping feet or repetitively nodding the head? Being drawn to specific smells, textures and scents? These are all some examples of stimming, or Self-Stimulatory Behavior.

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September 17, 2025

Whether it’s an elementary schooler struggling to sit through class, a middle schooler navigating big emotions, or a high schooler managing academic pressures, the right fidget toy can make a world of difference.

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November 25, 2024

From bright lights and loud gatherings to sudden changes in routine, this time of year often leaves children overstimulated. Here are some tips to ensure your holidays are inclusive, calming, and enjoyable for the whole family!

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November 26, 2024

Searching for holiday gifts that go beyond just play? Our 2024 Sensory Wellness Holiday Gift Guide is filled with carefully selected items designed to promote sensory wellness, enhance play skills, and support developmental growth.

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October 12, 2024

PlayWell has rounded up our top 10 favorite fidget toys, all available during Prime Day! These sensory-friendly items are great for children (and adults) who need a little extra movement or tactile input to stay centered.

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April 11, 2024

The benefits of gymnastics on a child’s development are well-documented. Many parents know that gymnastics improves flexibility, strength, coordination, and self-confidence.

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January 1, 2024

In terms of cognitive development, engaging in play activities stimulates critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. Whether children are building with blocks or engaging in imaginative play, their brains are actively at work and being challenged. 

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November 25, 2023

Explore our handpicked selection of toys that promise laughter, creativity, and developmental benefits. From imaginative playsets to educational wonders, we've got the perfect gifts for every age.

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November 8, 2023

This Halloween, consider these seven creative tips to ensure a sensory-friendly celebration for your child.

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October 27, 2023

Sensory play is key for your child’s cognitive and emotional development. Plus, it’s just plain fun!

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August 11, 2023

Free, child-led play isn't a waste of time! Unstructured play has many cognitive and developmental benefits for kids of all ages.

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August 11, 2023

Playing together is about having fun and learning. Inclusive playspaces ensure children of all abilities can enjoy the power of play.

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