10/14/2026
That tapping, twirling, and throat clearing? Your child's nervous system is doing its job. 🧠
Does your child constantly fidget, tap their fingers, twirl their hair, clear their throat, pick at things, or repeat little movements over and over?
Before you say "stop that," please pause. 🤍
These repetitive behaviours are often called stimming, and they aren't only seen in neurodivergent kids. For many children, repetitive movements or sounds are one way to manage stress, overload, excitement, or heightened arousal. Their body is trying to help them cope.
Here are 3 things I want you to try 👇
1️⃣ Lower the sensory load. Less noise, less screen time, fewer questions, fewer demands.
2️⃣ Give their body an outlet. Jumping, stretching, pushing, pulling.
3️⃣ Get curious. If the behaviour is safe, don't automatically stop it. Ask: how is this movement serving them? What does their nervous system actually need right now?
Sometimes the behaviour we're trying to stop is giving us the information we need. ✨
If a behaviour is new, intense, causes pain or injury, or seems to distress your child, it's worth checking in with their healthcare provider.
💬 What's one repetitive habit your child has that you've wondered about? Tell me below 👇
📌 Save this for the next time you feel the urge to say "stop that"
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