Cooling Gel Pad

Please note this is NOT a sponsored post. It is just my review of my experience with a product that I bought with my own money. Readers may find it useful.

It is so hot here at the moment and our autistic kids do seem to suffer and wilt in the heat, don't they?
Sleeping can be difficult and they can get stressed because of the sensory overload from the hot weather.

A friend of mine, who is also an autism parent, suggested buying a gel pad. I'd never heard of them before and was intrigued to find out more.

They pads are actually designed for pets. The idea is that dogs and cats get hot in the summer but the pad cools down their body temperature. The pad is filled with a special gel that wicks heat away from the body. They do not need to be refrigerated and do not use electricity. The secret is in the special cooling gel inside. They can be useful for pets with arthritis and other medical conditions.

The pads are perfect for autistic children for a number of reasons. Firstly, the gel makes them quite weighty, like a weighted blanket, which may be calming. The gel also feels quite squishy and sensory.

As you apply pressure to the pad, it starts to feel cool, so it's perfect for putting on a bed or chair. It feels really good.

My kids and cat have tried the pad and everyone loves it. You can get different sized ones, but the one I got was a small one from B and M. It cost me £5, which I thought was great value. The brand was "Chilli Paws."

I hope this information helps someone. And remember- try and stay cool!