{"id":214403,"date":"2025-03-13T15:20:13","date_gmt":"2025-03-13T15:20:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.care.com\/c\/?p=214403"},"modified":"2025-11-11T15:20:19","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T15:20:19","slug":"how-to-make-sensory-bottles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.care.com\/c\/how-to-make-sensory-bottles\/","title":{"rendered":"How to make sensory bottles: Easy recipes for all ages"},"content":{"rendered":"

TikTok and Instagram may have made sensory bottles popular, but experts have long-known about their benefits. “Sensory bottles, which can be filled with items like glitter, beads or small objects that when added to water float around whimsically, create a soothing visual or even auditory experience for kids,” explains Dr. Joshua D. Feder, executive medical director of Positive Development<\/a>, which provides in-home therapy for neurodivergent children across the country. “These simplistic toys can help children calm down, explore or engage in play. Kids can roll, shake or even use the bottle for games like hide-and-seek.”<\/p>

In addition to their benefits, sensory bottles are great because they cost next to nothing to make and they can be completely tailored to your child’s preferences. Also, making them is part of the fun!<\/p>

Wondering how to make a sensory bottle? Read on for instructions, inspiration and expert input on why these mesmerizing toys can be so therapeutic. <\/p>

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