The holidays can be beautiful… but they can also be overwhelming, especially for autistic and sensory-sensitive children. This one-page, parent-friendly checklist was created to help you bring more calm, comfort, and predictability into the busiest season of the year.
The Sensory-Friendly Holiday Checklist gives you quick, practical steps you can use before, during, and after holiday events. From packing a regulation kit, to finding quiet corners at gatherings, to offering simple communication tools—this guide helps families navigate the season with confidence, peace, and compassion.
Designed by Auesomely You Magazine™, this freebie is perfect for parents, caregivers, educators, and family members who want to support children in sensory-rich environments.
Inside You’ll Find:
✔ Steps to prepare your child before leaving the house
✔ Tips for managing sensory overload at events
✔ Tools to help your child communicate needs
✔ Post-event regulation and decompression ideas
✔ A gentle reminder that overwhelm is not misbehavior — it’s communication
Why You’ll Love It:
• Only one page — simple, printable, and shareable
• Created specifically for neurodivergent and sensory-sensitive needs
• Helps reduce meltdowns, anxiety, and overstimulation
• Empowers families to plan ahead and advocate with confidence
• Supports calm, joyful holiday experiences for everyone
Download it, print it, share it with relatives, or tuck it into your child’s regulation kit.
A calmer holiday is just one checklist away.