{"product_id":"sensory-peanut-therapy-ball","title":"Sensory Peanut Therapy Ball — OT-Recommended for Core Strength, Balance \u0026 Vestibular Input","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.stp-product{font-family:'Manrope',-apple-system,sans-serif;color:#1A1F1D;line-height:1.7;font-size:1.0625rem}\n.stp-product *{box-sizing:border-box}\n.stp-product h2,.stp-product h3{font-family:'Fraunces',Georgia,serif;font-weight:500;color:#1A4D45;letter-spacing:-0.015em;line-height:1.25}\n.stp-product h2{font-size:1.5rem;margin:2.5rem 0 .75rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #E0D7C5}\n.stp-product h2:first-of-type{padding-top:0;border-top:0;margin-top:1rem}\n.stp-product h3{font-size:1.1875rem;margin:1.75rem 0 .5rem}\n.stp-product p{margin:0 0 1rem}\n.stp-product ul,.stp-product ol{padding-left:1.25rem;margin:0 0 1.25rem}\n.stp-product li{margin-bottom:.5rem}\n.stp-product a{color:#1A4D45;font-weight:600;text-decoration:underline;text-underline-offset:2px}\n.stp-product a:hover{color:#C8553D}\n.stp-product .stp-hook{font-family:'Fraunces',Georgia,serif;font-size:1.25rem;line-height:1.45;color:#1A4D45;font-weight:500;font-style:italic;border-left:3px solid #C8553D;padding:0 0 0 1rem;margin:0 0 1.5rem}\n.stp-product .stp-direct-answer{background:#FAFAF7;border:1px solid #E0D7C5;border-radius:12px;padding:1.25rem 1.5rem;font-size:1rem;line-height:1.7;margin-bottom:1.5rem}\n.stp-product .stp-earls-note{background:#F5EFE6;border-left:4px solid #1A4D45;border-radius:0 12px 12px 0;padding:1.5rem;margin:2rem 0}\n.stp-product .stp-earls-note-header{display:flex;align-items:center;gap:12px;margin-bottom:.875rem}\n.stp-product .stp-earls-avatar{width:48px;height:48px;border-radius:50%;background:#A8C0B5;color:#1A4D45;font-family:'Fraunces',serif;font-size:1.25rem;font-weight:600;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;flex-shrink:0}\n.stp-product .stp-earls-name{font-family:'Fraunces',serif;font-size:1.0625rem;color:#1A4D45;margin:0;font-weight:600;line-height:1.2}\n.stp-product .stp-earls-cred{font-size:.75rem;color:#6B7572;margin:.125rem 0 0}\n.stp-product .stp-earls-body{font-family:'Fraunces',Georgia,serif;font-style:italic;font-size:1.0625rem;line-height:1.6;margin:0;padding:0;border:none;color:#1A1F1D}\n.stp-product .stp-faq-item{border-bottom:1px solid #E0D7C5;padding:1rem 0}\n.stp-product .stp-faq-item[open] .stp-faq-q:after{transform:rotate(45deg)}\n.stp-product .stp-faq-q{font-family:'Fraunces',serif;font-size:1.0625rem;font-weight:500;color:#1A4D45;cursor:pointer;list-style:none;position:relative;padding-right:32px;line-height:1.35}\n.stp-product .stp-faq-q::-webkit-details-marker{display:none}\n.stp-product .stp-faq-q:after{content:\"+\";position:absolute;right:0;top:-2px;font-size:1.375rem;color:#C8553D;transition:transform .2s ease;font-weight:300;line-height:1}\n.stp-product .stp-faq-a{padding:.75rem 0 .25rem;font-size:.9375rem;line-height:1.65}\n.stp-product .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-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\"\u003eThe peanut shape isn't a gimmick — it's what keeps the ball from rolling away, so your child can actually build the core strength everything else depends on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is a peanut therapy ball, and how does it help?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"stp-direct-answer\"\u003eA peanut therapy ball is a peanut-shaped exercise ball used in pediatric occupational therapy to build core strength, balance, postural control, and vestibular processing. Its dual-lobe shape rolls in only two directions, making it far more stable than a round ball — ideal for children who are still developing balance and for prone (tummy) activities. The Sensory Therapy Place peanut ball is OT-recommended by Earl Mamaril, MS, OTR\/L, for kids with autism, ADHD, low muscle tone, and sensory processing differences who need graded vestibular and proprioceptive input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy core strength and vestibular input come first\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo much of what looks like a behavior problem — slumping at the table, fidgeting, falling out of the chair, avoiding handwriting — traces back to a weak core and an under-developed vestibular system. A child can't focus on a worksheet if their body is working overtime just to stay upright. The peanut ball targets exactly this foundation: bouncing delivers rhythmic vestibular input that organizes the nervous system, while balancing builds the postural control that seated learning requires.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the peanut shape limits rolling to a forward-back motion, even children with poor balance can succeed on it — which means more time building strength and less time falling off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this peanut ball helps\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChildren with low muscle tone (hypotonia) building core and postural strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSensory seekers who need bouncing and movement to regulate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKids with ADHD who focus better with rhythmic vestibular input\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChildren with autism working on balance, body awareness, and motor planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKids with retained primitive reflexes affecting posture and balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChildren working on prone extension and tummy-time tolerance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSensory systems supported\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVestibular system\u003c\/strong\u003e — bouncing and rocking deliver the movement input that regulates arousal and trains balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProprioceptive system\u003c\/strong\u003e — stabilizing on the ball is deep muscle work that calms and organizes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePostural control\u003c\/strong\u003e — builds the core strength that seated attention and handwriting depend on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBilateral coordination\u003c\/strong\u003e — two-sided balancing trains the cross-body skills needed for higher learning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003caside class=\"stp-earls-note\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-earls-note-header\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-earls-avatar\"\u003eEM\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"stp-earls-name\"\u003eEarl's OT Note\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"stp-earls-cred\"\u003eEarl Mamaril, MS, OTR\/L · Founder, Sensory Therapy Place\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cblockquote class=\"stp-earls-body\"\u003e\"The peanut ball is one of the first tools I reach for with a kid who has low tone. A round ball is too unstable for them — they spend all their energy not falling. The peanut shape gives them a win, and from that win we build core strength, balance, and the postural endurance that makes sitting at a desk possible.\"\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/aside\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use your peanut ball\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeated bouncing.\u003c\/strong\u003e Have your child sit and bounce gently for rhythmic vestibular input — great before homework or transitions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProne (tummy) extension.\u003c\/strong\u003e Drape your child tummy-down over the ball and have them reach for toys on the floor — builds back and neck strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupine and balance work.\u003c\/strong\u003e Lying on their back or balancing while seated trains core stability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoll-and-catch games.\u003c\/strong\u003e The forward-back roll makes it perfect for back-and-forth games that build bilateral coordination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWall bounces and squishes.\u003c\/strong\u003e For sensory seekers, deep-pressure squishing against a wall delivers calming proprioceptive input.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeanut\/dual-lobe shape for controlled, stable rolling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnti-burst, thick PVC construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTextured surface for grip\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable in multiple sizes — choose by your child's height (see size guide)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInflatable; pump may be sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndoor and outdoor use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-safety\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Safety note from our pediatric OT team:\u003c\/strong\u003e Always supervise children on the peanut ball. Use on a soft, non-slip surface away from sharp edges and furniture corners. Check inflation and surface integrity before each use. Choose the correct size for your child's height to ensure safe positioning.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions about the peanut therapy ball\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"stp-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"stp-faq-q\"\u003eWhat is the difference between a peanut ball and a regular therapy ball?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"stp-faq-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eA peanut ball's dual-lobe shape rolls only forward and backward, making it far more stable than a round ball that rolls in every direction. This stability makes the peanut ball ideal for children with low muscle tone or poor balance, and for prone (tummy) positioning activities. Pediatric occupational therapists often choose the peanut shape specifically for children who aren't yet ready for an unstable round ball.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"stp-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"stp-faq-q\"\u003eHow does a peanut ball help kids with low muscle tone?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"stp-faq-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eChildren with low muscle tone (hypotonia) often struggle with posture, balance, and seated endurance. The peanut ball builds core and postural strength through bouncing, balancing, and prone extension work — all while the stable shape gives the child enough security to keep trying. Sensory Therapy Place recommends starting with short, supported sessions and gradually increasing duration as strength builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"stp-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"stp-faq-q\"\u003eWhat size peanut ball should I get for my child?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"stp-faq-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose the peanut ball size based on your child's height: smaller balls suit toddlers and preschoolers, larger balls suit school-age children and teens. As a general guide, when your child sits or lies on the ball, their position should be comfortable and supported. If you're unsure, book a quick consultation with Earl Mamaril, MS, OTR\/L, who can recommend the right size for your child's body and goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"stp-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"stp-faq-q\"\u003eIs the peanut ball good for kids with autism or ADHD?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"stp-faq-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — the peanut ball is OT-recommended for children with autism and ADHD who benefit from vestibular and proprioceptive input. Rhythmic bouncing helps regulate arousal and improve focus, while balance work builds body awareness. Many families use the peanut ball as a movement break before seated tasks like homework, meals, or screen-free focus time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"stp-faq-item\"\u003e\u003csummary class=\"stp-faq-q\"\u003eCan the peanut ball be used as a chair alternative?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"stp-faq-a\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt can be used for short periods of active seating, but the peanut ball is primarily a therapy and movement tool rather than an all-day chair. For dedicated active seating, Sensory Therapy Place recommends a wobble stool or balance-based seat. Use the peanut ball for movement breaks, exercises, and play rather than continuous all-day sitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stp-cta-block\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot sure how to use the peanut ball for your child?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBook a parent coaching call with Earl Mamaril, MS, OTR\/L. 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