Sensory Matters

Sensory Matters Many unique practical and fun products to help those living with Special Needs :) With an O.T.

Julie Baker has taken a break as an Occupational Therapist to raise her 3 beautiful children. Since becoming a mum she has developed a love for sewing and making things for her children and others, starting her original business, Cloth for Comfort. background, most products tended to be beneficial for the developing child, designed to provide activities to increase fine and gross motor skills, kinaesthetic awareness, core body stability, proprioception, balance, focus and concentration – all whilst they are having fun! Sensory Matters is a branch off from Cloth for Comfort and focuses on products which can be of benefit to children and adults with special needs – a great resource for therapists, carers, parents and teachers. New products are regularly added – like us on Facebook or sign up to our newsletter on www.sensorymatters.com.au to see the latest updates! As Sensory Matters is a second business and I am a Work At Home Mum, raising 3 young children, my page and website will take a little while to complete. Please bear with me while I set it all up - if you have any troubles with orders or have any questions, please send me an email to julie@sensorymatters.com.au. I have a stall at the handmade Flemington Craft Market every month, and while I usually have all my products there, if you are wanting to see/buy anything specifically please contact me before the day to make sure I have it in stock and with me on the day :)

Julie and Jane are down at the ANZ Neurodiversity Marketplace  at the ANZ building in Melbourne Docklands today. Such an...
30/10/2025

Julie and Jane are down at the ANZ Neurodiversity Marketplace at the ANZ building in Melbourne Docklands today. Such an AMAZING opportunity and so encouraging of ANZ to support their staff each year to access neurodivergent resources (and hosting primarily neurodivergent led businesses).
Pop in and say hi if you’re in the area πŸ‘‹πŸΌ

We have had the absolute delight of hosting the hard working Abby from Norwood Secondary College for her Work Experience...
28/06/2024

We have had the absolute delight of hosting the hard working Abby from Norwood Secondary College for her Work Experience this week. She has been able to participate in many aspects of our daily lives here in our warehouse and office such as packing orders, packaging products, re-socking products on the shelves, social media, learning about the behind the scenes of running a business and all the steps that are taken from receiving orders to dispatching them and the not so exciting task of helping us with our Stocktake today. Jane was especially excited as both Abby and herself are Swifties ;)

PD: Jane, adult with dark hair stands side on to Abby, teenager with blonde hair. They are standing side on to the camera, facing a packing bench with sunlight coming through the blinds. Abby is wearing a Taylor Swift, The Tortured Poet's Department grey coloured cardigan. On the packing bench there are multiple soft toys in plastic zip lock bags and Jane and Abby are packaging up the animals for an order. Both are smiling (obviously smiling with delight that boss lady, Julie is taking a photo of them doing this!).

09/02/2024

Is your child bursting with energy after school, making it challenging to wind down? Our Sensory Matters Lycra Body Socks offer a playful and constructive way for them to regulate their nervous system after a day of focus in school. Rather than bouncing off the walls, they can bounce in comfort and sensory exploration with Sensory Matters Lycra Body Socks! Check them out here https://sensorymatters.com.au/collections/stretchy-stuff/products/lycra-body-socks

After a sensory overwhelming day at school, many children find comfort in using our Sensory Matters Lycra Bed sheets to ...
02/02/2024

After a sensory overwhelming day at school, many children find comfort in using our Sensory Matters Lycra Bed sheets to calm down for sleep at night. This can help them feel regulated to take on the next day!

Our sister business Sensory Friendly Clothing was interviewed for an article in The Age - check it out, and please share...
27/01/2024

Our sister business Sensory Friendly Clothing was interviewed for an article in The Age - check it out, and please share it fast and wide!

Finding comfortable clothes can be an arduous task for some neurodivergent people, but sensory-friendly clothes help make fashion accessible.

We hope everyone is enjoying their Christmas and New Year break (and for those who are working, thank you!).Just a remin...
26/12/2023

We hope everyone is enjoying their Christmas and New Year break (and for those who are working, thank you!).
Just a reminder that orders can still be made on our website however we won't be shipping them until we return on the 3rd of January 2024.

Just a reminder that last orders for the year must be placed by Wednesday the 20th of December.
14/12/2023

Just a reminder that last orders for the year must be placed by Wednesday the 20th of December.

Check out our latest Sensory Matters newsletter here!https://mailchi.mp/2b793714281b/blackproducts
01/12/2023

Check out our latest Sensory Matters newsletter here!
https://mailchi.mp/2b793714281b/blackproducts

We've been listening to your feedback, and are delighted to announce that our lycra sensory products not only come in the fun and bright colours we all know and love, but we have extended the range to include products in black for discrete fidgeting.

Just a quick heads-up that Julie has taken a little detour from her desk to hit the pavement in the New York City Marath...
08/11/2023

Just a quick heads-up that Julie has taken a little detour from her desk to hit the pavement in the New York City Marathon. πŸ—½
While she’s been out chasing the dream, the rest of our team will still be hard at work getting your orders out the door over the next couple of weeks!

With the holidays zooming in faster than a sleigh on turbo mode, why not spread the laughter and joy with a Sensory Matt...
27/10/2023

With the holidays zooming in faster than a sleigh on turbo mode, why not spread the laughter and joy with a Sensory Matters gift voucher?

Instead of pulling your hair out searching for that "perfect" gift, give your loved ones the power to pick their own sensory items depending on their individual needs. We've got an extensive variety of Sensory Matters goodies that there's sure to be something for everyone! No more guessing – just gifting and giggles galore! 🎁.
And did we mention that we are Australian made and owned!?!
Click on the link to purchase a voucher now: https://sensorymatters.com.au/products/sensory-matters-gift-card

27/10/2023

Sensory Matters celebrates world Teacher Day here in Victoria!

Today, we're honouring the incredible educators who make a significant difference in the lives of individuals with sensory processing challenges.
To all the teachers who understand that every student is unique and that sensory needs vary, we appreciate you. Your patience, adaptability, and dedication to creating inclusive learning environments are truly remarkable.
Let's continue to raise awareness about sensory differences and the incredible teachers who support and empower their students every day.
Tag an exceptional teacher who has made a positive impact on your/your loved one's sensory journey and thank them for their extraordinary work.

In this candid snapshot from one of our past photoshoots, we admire the impressive multitasking skills of these two wome...
25/10/2023

In this candid snapshot from one of our past photoshoots, we admire the impressive multitasking skills of these two women, Sarah from Sarah Hicks Photography, Eastern Suburbs Melbourne "Starmaking" and Julie our Sensory Matters Founder. While capturing Sensory Matters product shots, Sarah seamlessly blended her work with the presence of her 8-week-old baby, Brodie. The photoshoot had its gorgeous interruptions courtesy of the little one, but we rolled with it, showcasing the flexibility and multitasking required of working Mums with bubs!

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Tuesday 9:15am - 5pm
Wednesday 9:15am - 5pm
Thursday 9:15am - 5pm
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Julie Baker has taken a break as an Occupational Therapist to raise her 3 beautiful children (who are also Autistic). Since becoming a mum she has developed a love for sewing and making things for her children and others. With an O.T. background, most items she made tended to be designed to provide activities to increase fine and gross motor skills, kinaesthetic awareness, core body stability, proprioception, balance, focus and concentration – all whilst they are having fun! Sensory Matters has been focusing on further developing these and other new products over the past 10 years, which can be particularly of benefit to children and adults with special needs – a great resource for therapists, carers, parents and teachers. New products are regularly added – like us on Facebook or sign up to our newsletter on www.sensorymatters.com.au to see the latest updates! If you have any troubles with orders or have any questions, please send an email to julie@sensorymatters.com.au.