{"title":"Notice \u0026 Settle — OT-Recommended Tools for Sensory Sensitivity","description":"\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Some kids notice everything — the tag in a shirt, the hum of fluorescent lights, the crowd noise at recess — before anyone else in the room does. That's not being \"too sensitive.\" It's a nervous system with a low threshold: it registers input sooner and more intensely than most.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;The difference between this and \u0026lt;a href=\"\/collections\/calming-regulation-aids\"\u0026gt;Calm \u0026amp; Regulate\u0026lt;\/a\u0026gt; is what happens next: a sensitive child notices and gets overwhelmed or distracted, while an avoiding child actively escapes the input. These tools help a sensitive nervous system filter out the noise so it can settle without shutting down.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;em\u0026gt;Selected by Earl Mamaril, MS, OTR\/L, Pediatric Occupational Therapist\u0026lt;\/em\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;","products":[{"product_id":"soundproof-and-anti-noise-headphones","title":"Sensory Noise-Reducing Headphones for Kids — OT-Recommended Ear Protection for Auditory Sensitivity, Autism \u0026 ADHD","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlock the noise. Protect the nervous system. Help your child stay regulated.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor children with auditory hypersensitivity, the world can feel relentlessly loud. Classroom transitions, grocery stores, birthday parties, fire drills — sounds that most people filter out can flood a sensitive nervous system and trigger meltdowns, shutdowns, or anxiety spirals. These OT-recommended noise-reducing headphones give your child a reliable, portable way to manage their auditory environment — and feel safe in loud spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Helps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChildren with auditory hypersensitivity or sensory overload\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKids with autism who struggle in noisy environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChildren with ADHD who need reduced auditory distraction to focus\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eKids with anxiety triggered by loud or unpredictable sounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eChildren with retained primitive reflexes affecting startle response (Moro reflex)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClassrooms, therapy clinics, and home use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSensory Systems Supported\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuditory System\u003c\/strong\u003e — reduces overwhelming sound input\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNervous System Regulation\u003c\/strong\u003e — lowers arousal and prevents sensory overload\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInteroception\u003c\/strong\u003e — helps children feel safer and more body-aware in noisy spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEarl's OT Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe auditory system is one of the most powerful modulators of the nervous system's arousal level. When a child is hypersensitive to sound, their brain is constantly in a low-level threat response — burning energy just trying to filter out the noise around them. Noise-reducing headphones don't eliminate sound; they lower it to a tolerable level so the nervous system can stay regulated and the child can actually participate. I recommend these as a first-line environmental modification before any behavioral intervention for noise-related dysregulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e— Earl Mamaril, Pediatric Occupational Therapist\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntroduce them at home first\u003c\/strong\u003e — let your child wear them during a calm activity so they associate them with comfort, not distress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse proactively\u003c\/strong\u003e — put them on before entering a noisy environment, not after the meltdown has started.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePair with a visual cue\u003c\/strong\u003e — teach your child to signal when they need their headphones using a picture card or hand gesture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePractice in low-stakes situations\u003c\/strong\u003e — grocery stores, car rides, and outdoor play before bigger events.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNoise reduction rating: up to 25dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdjustable headband fits children ages 2–12\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFoldable and compact for bags and backpacks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSoft cushioned ear cups — tactile-friendly design\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNo batteries or electronics required\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColor: Yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are passive noise-reducing headphones, not noise-canceling electronic devices. 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0;font-size:.9375rem;margin:1rem 0}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-product\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"stp-hook\"\u003eFor hands that pick at skin or hair without thinking — a ready-made pad that gives them somewhere safer to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-story\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn OT sessions, this is a pattern I see often: kids who pick at their skin until it's sore, especially at night or when anxiety spikes, with parents who've tried everything and nothing sticks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of the time, the child doesn't even realize they're doing it. Skin-picking and hair-pulling are often unconscious, self-regulating habits, and a textured pad that mimics the sensation of picking skin can give hands a safer place to go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-direct-answer\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is this silicone picking pad, and how does it help?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 10cm silicone disc replicates the texture of skin and is embedded with over a thousand tiny colorful beads. Picking the beads out one by one gives hands a realistic, satisfying picking sensation without any harm to real skin or hair, making it a ready-to-use tool for kids and adults working on skin-picking or hair-pulling habits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho this helps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChildren and adults who pick at their skin (Dermatillomania) or pull hair (Trichotillomania)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKids with ADHD or OCD who seek repetitive, absorbing tactile input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone looking for a non-sticky alternative to traditional stress balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamilies who want a ready-to-use pad, with no assembly required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSensory systems supported\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTactile:\u003c\/strong\u003e the skin-like silicone texture gives a realistic picking sensation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine motor:\u003c\/strong\u003e extracting each bead builds pincer grip and finger precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVisual:\u003c\/strong\u003e spotting and tracking colorful beads supports sustained attention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003caside class=\"stp-earls-note\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-earls-note-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-earls-avatar\"\u003eE\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"stp-earls-name\"\u003eEarl Mamaril, MS, OTR\/L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"stp-earls-cred\"\u003eFounder, Sensory Therapy Place\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"stp-earls-body\"\u003e\"Skin-picking is often about seeking a specific kind of tactile input, not a lack of willpower. A pad that mimics that sensation can meet the need directly, without the aftermath.\" — Earl Mamaril, MS, OTR\/L · Founder, Sensory Therapy Place\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/aside\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHold the pad and use fingertips to locate a bead near the surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGently pick the bead out and set it aside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContinue picking beads whenever the urge to pick shows up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce beads are removed, the silicone will gradually come apart — save the beads to combine into a new item.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10cm (3.9 in) silicone disc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplicates the texture of real skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-toxic, odorless, and non-sticky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver a thousand tiny colorful beads embedded inside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilicone gradually disassembles once fully picked; beads can be recombined into new items\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReady to use — no assembly required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-safety\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This pad contains small beads that are a choking hazard. Not intended for children under 3, and adult supervision is recommended for younger children.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"stp-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"stp-faq-q\"\u003eDo I need to assemble this pad myself?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"stp-faq-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo — this pad comes ready to use right out of the package. If you'd rather build your own from scratch, we also carry a DIY picking pad kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"stp-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"stp-faq-q\"\u003eWhat happens once all the beads are picked out?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"stp-faq-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe silicone will gradually disassemble as beads are removed. You can then combine the beads to create a new item, adding a creative twist to the activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"stp-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"stp-faq-q\"\u003eIs this pad sticky like a stress ball?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"stp-faq-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, it's designed to be non-sticky, non-toxic, and odorless, offering a different tactile experience than traditional stress balls.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA pad built to be picked can turn an unconscious habit into a satisfying, contained activity for hands to do instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-cta-block\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConcerned about skin-picking, hair-pulling, or anxious habits?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn OT consultation can help you understand what's driving the behavior and build a plan that supports regulation at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca 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.stp-cta-block{background:#1A4D45;color:#F5EFE6;border-radius:14px;padding:1.75rem;margin-top:2.5rem;text-align:center}\n.stp-product .stp-cta-block h3{color:#F5EFE6;font-family:'Fraunces',serif;font-size:1.25rem;margin:0 0 .5rem}\n.stp-product .stp-cta-block p{color:#A8C0B5;font-size:.9375rem;margin:0 0 1.25rem}\n.stp-product .stp-btn{display:inline-block;background:#C8553D;color:#fff;padding:12px 24px;border-radius:999px;font-weight:600;text-decoration:none;font-size:.9375rem}\n.stp-product .stp-btn:hover{background:#A8412B;color:#fff}\n.stp-product .stp-safety{background:#FFF7ED;border-left:3px solid #D4A574;padding:1rem 1.25rem;border-radius:0 8px 8px 0;font-size:.9375rem;margin:1rem 0}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-product\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"stp-hook\"\u003eFor the child (or adult) whose fingers pick at skin, cuticles, or scabs when anxious — a hands-on project that redirects the urge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-story\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI regularly see this in evaluations: a child who picks at cuticles and the skin around the nails whenever anxious or bored, until it's raw and sore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParents often describe trying to simply tell their child to stop, only to watch their hands find something else to pick at. Skin-picking is often a self-soothing habit, and giving hands a safe, satisfying alternative to pick at can do more than simply asking a child to stop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-direct-answer\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is this DIY picking pad kit, and how does it help with skin-picking?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit lets your child make their own soft, skin-like silicone picking pad at home, filled with colorful beads to pick out one at a time. Making the pad is itself a calming, hands-on project, and the finished pad gives fidgety or picking hands a safe place to redirect that urge instead of their own skin, cuticles, or hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho this helps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKids and adults who pick at skin, cuticles, or scabs when anxious or bored\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose working on redirecting hair-pulling or skin-picking habits (Dermatillomania)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKids who enjoy hands-on, process-based craft projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamilies or classrooms wanting a shared, calming DIY activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAges 6 and up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSensory systems supported\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTactile:\u003c\/strong\u003e mixing silicone and picking beads gives varied hands-on input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFine motor:\u003c\/strong\u003e pinching and pulling small beads builds finger strength and precision\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVisual:\u003c\/strong\u003e colorful beads support focus and visual attention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003caside class=\"stp-earls-note\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-earls-note-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-earls-avatar\"\u003eE\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"stp-earls-name\"\u003eEarl Mamaril, MS, OTR\/L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"stp-earls-cred\"\u003eFounder, Sensory Therapy Place\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"stp-earls-body\"\u003e\"With skin-picking, redirection almost always works better than correction. Giving a child's hands somewhere else to go — something just as satisfying — takes the pressure off both of you.\" — Earl Mamaril, MS, OTR\/L · Founder, Sensory Therapy Place\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/aside\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMix the included silicone in the mold, following the kit instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress the colorful beads into the silicone before it sets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLet the pad fully cure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen the urge to pick shows up, use fingers to pick the beads out one by one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep a finished pad in a backpack, at a desk, or by the bed for easy access.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDIY kit includes silicone, a mold, colorful beads, and tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFood-grade silicone — non-toxic and unscented\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMakes enough for a 5-pack of picking pads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnough for the whole family, a classroom, or to share as small gifts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-safety\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This kit contains small beads that are a choking hazard. Not intended for children under 3. Adult supervision is recommended during mixing, molding, and use.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"stp-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"stp-faq-q\"\u003eIs this a finished pad or do we make it ourselves?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"stp-faq-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a DIY kit — you'll mix the silicone, mold it, and press in the beads yourselves. If you'd rather skip assembly, we also carry a ready-to-use picking pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"stp-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"stp-faq-q\"\u003eIs the silicone safe for kids to handle?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"stp-faq-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, the silicone is food-grade, non-toxic, and unscented. As with any kit containing small beads, we recommend adult supervision, especially for younger children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"stp-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"stp-faq-q\"\u003eHow many picking pads does the kit make?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"stp-faq-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kit is designed to make a 5-pack of pads — enough for the whole family, a classroom, or to give as small gifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTurning the picking urge into a hands-on project can be the first step toward calmer hands and less skin irritation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-cta-block\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConcerned about skin-picking, hair-pulling, or anxious habits?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn OT consultation can help you understand what's driving the behavior and build a plan that supports regulation at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/pediatric-occupational-therapy\" class=\"stp-btn\"\u003eSchedule an OT Consultation\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sensory Therapy Place","offers":[{"title":"n\/a","offer_id":49728246644888,"sku":"B0DBLZVXBF","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/7829\/5960\/files\/f0fcebb54266b50801857b2b92f5.jpg?v=1787366733"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.sensorytherapyplace.com\/collections\/notice-settle-ot-recommended-tools-for-sensory-sensitivity.oembed","provider":"Sensory Therapy Place","version":"1.0","type":"link"}