Sensory-Friendly Haircuts: How to Make Them Survivable
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Haircuts aren't a discipline issue. They're a sensory event. Here's how to make them work without trauma.
Before
- Visit the salon first, no haircut
- Show videos of haircuts at home
- Bring noise-reducing earbuds
- Skip clippers if the buzz is the trigger
During
- Weighted lap pad or familiar blanket
- A trusted adult holding their hand, not the stylist
- Permission to pause every 60 seconds
- Skip the cape if it's a trigger — use a soft towel