• Sound: Some children cover their ears at loud or unexpected noises.

    • Touch: Certain fabrics, tags, or textures may feel too rough or irritating.

    • Sight: Bright lights or fast movement can feel overwhelming.

    • Smell and Taste: Some children are very sensitive to strong smells or picky about food textures.

    • Movement and Balance (Vestibular): Kids might seek spinning, swinging, or jumping to feel balanced.

    • Body Awareness (Proprioception): Some kids bump into things or crave deep pressure hugs because it helps them feel grounded.

    • Create calm spaces with soft lighting and cozy textures.

    • Offer sensory tools like fidgets, noise-canceling headphones, or weighted blankets.

    • Give choices to help kids feel in control of their environment.

    • Practice patience and grace on hard days — progress takes time and love.

    • Partner with occupational therapists who specialize in sensory integration.

    • Psalm 139:14 – “I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Your works are wonderful, I know that full well.”

      A reminder that every child is created with purpose and beauty, exactly as God intended.

    • 1 Thessalonians 5:11 – “Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.”

      A call to lift one another with kindness and support as we walk alongside our children.

    • Galatians 6:9 – “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”

      Encouragement for weary parents — every small act of love and patience makes a difference.

    • Colossians 3:12 – “Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.”

      A beautiful reminder of the posture we take as we guide and nurture our children’s hearts.

Understanding Sensory Differences in Autism

Every child experiences the world through their senses — sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell. For many children on the autism spectrum, those everyday sensations can feel very different, sometimes even overwhelming. These are called sensory differences, and they play a big role in how a child experiences their environment.

Some children may be highly sensitive to certain sounds, textures, or lights. For example, a buzzing fluorescent light, scratchy clothing tag, or loud cafeteria can feel almost painful. Others may be under-sensitive, meaning they crave extra movement, deep pressure, or bright colors to feel grounded and calm.

Sensory differences are not misbehavior or defiance — they are the body’s unique way of processing information. When we understand a child’s sensory world, we can better support their comfort, focus, and peace of mind.

At Faith Based Mom, we believe every sensory experience is an opportunity to love our children with deeper understanding. By offering tools, therapies, and gentle encouragement, we help families create environments where kids can feel safe, seen, and fully themselves.