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Feed Your Need to Chew: Choose Chewies

November 26, 2016 by Amy Smith

Feed Your Need to Chew: Choose Chewies

When you feel nervous, what's your go-to stress relief? Biting your nails? Chewing gum? Gnawing on pen caps? Eating? If this sounds like you or your child, your actions may be saying … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Sensory Regulation Tagged With: Chewy, oral fidgets, sensory activities

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