About
Meet Melissa
Welcome to Raising Wild Things Sensory, where we make sensory play simple and fun! Our blog is packed with sensory bin ideas, DIY recipes, plus ideas and tips for fun and engaging sensory play. We’re excited to be part of your sensory play journey and can’t wait to see where your imagination takes you.
Hello!
I’m so glad you’re here.
Welcome to Raising Wild Things Sensory – your go-to spot for all things sensory play! Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, teacher, or therapist, we’re here to make sensory play easy, fun, and accessible for everyone. Our passion is creating an engaging space where kids can explore, learn, and grow through sensory experiences.
Coming Soon! At Raising Wild Things Sensory, we believe in the power of play. We offer a curated selection of sensory bins and accessories designed to spark creativity and promote development. Each product is thoughtfully chosen to ensure it’s safe, durable, and most importantly, fun for little hands.
But we’re more than just a shop. We’re a community! Our blog is packed with ideas and inspiration to help you get the most out of sensory play. From creative play ideas to DIY sensory fillers including those that are safe enough to taste, we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re new to sensory play or a seasoned pro, you’ll find tips, tricks, and resources that make sensory play a breeze.
Thank you for stopping by! We’re excited to be part of your sensory play journey and can’t wait to see where your imagination takes you.

Get to know me
COFFEE ORDER
Vanilla Oat Milk Latte
I recently read
Neurotribes: The Legacy of Autism and the Future of Neurodiversity
on weekends you’ll find me…
Setting up a new sensory bin for the littles and spending time with family.
I couldn’t live without
Coffee! Give me all the caffeine.
Morning person or night owl?
Night owl
Currently binging
Suites on Netflix
favorite travel destination
Honolulu, Hawaii
Best piece of advice i’ve received
The only way to fail is to quit, so keep putting in the work and showing up every day.