Autistic & Loved

11/11/2025

✨ Teachers — let’s make learning an adventure! 🚌💜

Plan a sensory-friendly field trip where students can explore, play, and learn in a calm, welcoming space.

Hands-on fun, meaningful moments, and smiles all around! 🌈

📩 Message us today to book your group visit or book your spot here: www.autisticandloved.org/pages/sensorygym

11/10/2025

Happy birthday Renee! We hope you enjoyed your special day! Hooray buddy! 🎂🎉💙

11/10/2025

Check out this short film in which nonspeaking autistic people talk about how nonspeakers are represented in books, theatre, and film. They provide guidance for changing the narrative. Learn more and access transcripts, translations, and a toolkit here:

LISTEN LISTEN Movie Shorter Versions Audio-Described Versions Translated Versions Transcripts LISTEN to Us Toolkit Press Releases LISTEN in the News Nonspeaker Feedback on MUSIC The Making of LISTEN On December 24, 2020, the musician Sia publicly offered to fund CommunicationFIRST to make an introdu...

11/07/2025

Chewable jewelry that’s more than just adorable — it’s empowering!

Our chewelry necklaces are designed to support comfort, focus, and sensory regulation in a safe and stylish way.

✨ Benefits include:
✔ Encourages oral motor development
✔ Promotes calm and concentration
✔ Provides gentle sensory input
✔ Helps with self-soothing moments
Safe. Durable. Inclusive. Perfect for kids, teens, and adults who thrive with sensory support. 🧩

🛒 Shop online at https://autisticandloved.org or visit us at:
📍 3811 Harrison Street, Suite 200, Davenport, IA 52806

11/06/2025

Sensory play helps children express themselves, build strength, and discover new ways to connect — all through fun! ☺️

We are open today from 9AM - 3PM.

11/06/2025

Something sweet is coming up!

Join us for our Thanksgiving Cookie Decorating Class for Social Girls — a fun, hands-on afternoon where creativity, friendship, and sweet treats come together! 💕

It’s the perfect way to celebrate the season, make new friends, and decorate cookies in a safe, sensory-friendly space. 🍪

📅 Wednesday, November 12
🕓 4 PM – 5 PM
📍 A & L Sensory Gym, 3811 Harrison Street, Suite 200, Davenport, Iowa

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1964259393723

11/06/2025

Fun Weekend Update from A & L Sensory Gym! 🎉

We’ll be taking a short break this Thursday & Friday (Nov. 6–7) 💤
But don’t worry — we’re back for Open Play on Saturday, Nov. 8 from 9 AM–12 PM!

🎂 After that, we’ll be celebrating with private birthday parties from 12 PM–2 PM and 2 PM–4 PM.

Can’t wait to see our little explorers back in the gym! 💕

11/05/2025

It’s Toddler Time today at A & L Sensory Gym! 💕

Bring your little ones and let those tiny feet explore, play, and giggle in our safe, sensory-friendly space.✨

💵 $10 entry per child
📍 3811 Harrison Street, Suite 200, Davenport, Iowa
⏰9AM - 2PM

Drop in anytime or reserve your spot online: www.autisticandloved.org/pages/sensorygym

We can’t wait to see those happy little feet today! 👣💛

11/05/2025

Today we visited Ikirezi natural products and their beautiful eucalyptus farm! Providing dignified employment for women doubling the average salary of her household assisting with housing, food, healthcare, and more.

We celebrate you Ikirezi and your 20 years of service in Rwanda! 🇷🇼🌱

11/04/2025

🎉 Are you looking for a safe and fun place to celebrate your awesome kid’s birthday? 🥳

A&L Sensory Gym is open for Private Parties — a space where every child can feel comfortable, play freely, and make unforgettable memories! 💕

From sensory play to smiles all around, we’ll help you create a celebration filled with joy and care.

🔗 Inquiries & reservations: www.autisticandloved.org/pages/sensorygym

11/03/2025

This week Dr. Kit, our founder, is in Rwanda, East Africa with other social entrepreneurs learning from each other and also spending time with Ikirezi Natural Products! They have a farm employing marginalized populations who make beautiful plant based essential oils! We look forward to her bringing back her learnings to the QC!