Nest Swing - Nautical - Beige
Our Ref #: B4NSN
£223.20
£186.00
exc. VAT
Description
The Vestibular ‘sense’ is used to describe our sense of balance and posture. It encompasses motion, equilibrium and spatial orientation, and is controlled through a combination of the vestibular system located in the ears, vision and proprioception.
Children with sensory processing disorders due to Autism and other development delays can benefit from sensory integration activities that provide vestibular input. Swinging is an excellent example of this type of activity.
A swinging motion continually moves the fluid inside the vestibular system and, coupled with trying to physically balance the body, effectively forces the brain to consider where the body is in relation to its environment. This not only helps to develop balance and trunk control, it can also help children to interact with their environment. The Nest Swing’s see-through net seat also helps users with sensory integration as they can safely see the ground ‘moving’ below them.
Whilst playgrounds and parks can be great for helping to develop social skills sometimes children with a range of conditions, especially those on the Autistic spectrum, can benefit from outdoor fun without having to think about anyone else.
Easy access to outdoor play equipment can be extremely beneficial in helping all children to ‘blow off steam’, but those with a dysfunctional vestibular system indicated by hyposensitivity to movement can find activities that include motion, such as swinging, extremely beneficial.
Designed to withstand even the most British of weather, the Nest Swing can be kept outside all year round and its construction means users can swing from side to side and round in circles, as well as the more traditional linear movement.
More details about the ‘sensory world of autism’ can be found by visiting the National Autistic Society website.
This downloadable leaflet from Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust provides more details about the Vestibular System.
American based website, vestibular.org contains more details about understanding vestibular disorder.
Swing/Suspension Frame sold separately.
Description
The Vestibular ‘sense’ is used to describe our sense of balance and posture. It encompasses motion, equilibrium and spatial orientation, and is controlled through a combination of the vestibular system located in the ears, vision and proprioception.
Children with sensory processing disorders due to Autism and other development delays can benefit from sensory integration activities that provide vestibular input. Swinging is an excellent example of this type of activity.
A swinging motion continually moves the fluid inside the vestibular system and, coupled with trying to physically balance the body, effectively forces the brain to consider where the body is in relation to its environment. This not only helps to develop balance and trunk control, it can also help children to interact with their environment. The Nest Swing’s see-through net seat also helps users with sensory integration as they can safely see the ground ‘moving’ below them.
Whilst playgrounds and parks can be great for helping to develop social skills sometimes children with a range of conditions, especially those on the Autistic spectrum, can benefit from outdoor fun without having to think about anyone else.
Easy access to outdoor play equipment can be extremely beneficial in helping all children to ‘blow off steam’, but those with a dysfunctional vestibular system indicated by hyposensitivity to movement can find activities that include motion, such as swinging, extremely beneficial.
Designed to withstand even the most British of weather, the Nest Swing can be kept outside all year round and its construction means users can swing from side to side and round in circles, as well as the more traditional linear movement.
More details about the ‘sensory world of autism’ can be found by visiting the National Autistic Society website.
This downloadable leaflet from Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust provides more details about the Vestibular System.
American based website, vestibular.org contains more details about understanding vestibular disorder.
Swing/Suspension Frame sold separately.
2 Reviews
Angela S.Verified Buyer.
Recommended Review
Reviewed on 17/04/25
We had been looking for a new swing for our 9 year old son that has SEN and we also wanted something that would be large enough for him to continue using for many years to come. We came across Special Needs Toys and after contacting them to ask some questions, we went ahead and purchased their single frame swing, hipster seat and nautical beige nest. The lady we spoke to was extremely helpful, the order was received really quickly, and all was well packaged. It didn’t take us very long to put the swing together either and we think the quality of all the equipment is excellent. We can add extra items to it as time goes on too, which is really useful. We would definitely recommend this company and this particular product, so much so that they will be our new go to when looking for other SEN items for our son. Thank you so much.
Lisa D.Verified Buyer.
Reviewed on 19/10/24
So far so good! My little boy is almost 12 and autistic so uses his swing for many hours a day. We have gone through so many other cheaper versions the last few years. They tend to snap around the joins where the screws go in and also the cheap ropes are lined with a plastic coating which slips easily making the swing wonky. The nautical nest swing has no screws and only two joins as opposed to the 4 on most others. The padding around the ring is super snug and makes it feel much more secure. The rope nest also seems to add to the sturdiness. The proper rope does not slip so everything stays nice and straight. Very pleased with this product! Thank you