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Occupational therapy hacks for Menstruation in children with special needs

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Ms.Snehal Vaidya

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Key Takeaways:

  • Many girls with special needs experience sensory discomfort with everyday items like sanitary pads.
  • Parents should be mindful of their child’s sensory needs when choosing menstrual products.
  • Occupational therapy for menstruation in children with special needs includes personalised adjustments to daily routines to support comfort and independence.
  • 6 Practical tips for using child’s menstruation regime: 
    • Comfort
    • Access
    • Technique
    • Play Time
    • Visual cues (Pad expiry)
    • Visual cues (Changing pads)

It is important to understand the occupational therapy hacks for menstruation in children with special needs.

A lot of the girls with special needs face sensory issues with everyday objects. For example, the feel/texture of a sanitary pad may seem small to you. But to the child, it is a great source of discomfort. Under these circumstances, parents should be made aware of such needs, and handle them when choosing a sanitary pad for their girl. The presentation attached above share these and several other tips. Occupational therapy hacks for menstruation in children with special needs involve customized modifications incorporated into a child’s everyday routine. These are based on their individual abilities or goals. This will help them perform their daily living activities with ease and without too much distress.

Also, check out the presentation on Tips to handle menstrual hygiene and ways to tackle menstrual blues.

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DISCLAIMER: Please note that this guide is for information purposes only. Please consult a qualified health practitioner for safe management.

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