Clothing Suggestions from Disability Online

Again, Soft is in high gear with prototypes and production, but while you wait for the first line of inclusive clothing to launch this December, here are some suggestions for your sensitive dresser from a trusted source:

Clothes
Many children with autism tend to take their clothes off whenever they can. Suggestions include:

• Ask your child why they want to take their clothes off. They may be able to tell you what’s irritating them.
• Your child may be overly sensitive to the feeling of clothes against their skin. Consult with your occupational therapist for help to develop a ‘desensitisation’ program.
• Choose soft fabrics, preferably cotton.
• Avoid clothing with tight waistbands, collars or cuffs.
• Remove clothing tags that may rub against their skin.
• Try dressing them in clothes that are difficult to remove, such as overalls or jumpsuits.
• Choose shirts, dresses and pants that button at the back.
• Replace zippers, velcro, buttons and other easily opened fasteners with more complicated options.
• If your child constantly removes their nappy, check that it’s comfortable. Try switching brands.

Help is on the way!

Love,
Soft

see also www.softclothing.net, for more details

Imported on 07/16/08 by Jessica Elsas
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