Clinician Approved Gifts
The holiday season is just around the corner, and if you're anything like us, you're already gearing up for the best Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals. This year, we've got your shopping list covered with a curated selection of clinician-approved gifts that blend fun, safety, and practicality. Whether you're shopping for kids, parents, or anyone in between, our team has handpicked a variety of products and toys designed to make gift-giving a little easier (and a lot more thoughtful). Keep reading to discover our top picks!
Perfect for Your Ears 🎧
Recommended by Audiologists Melissa and Morganne
Puro Sound Labs Headphones
These sleek, high-quality headphones are designed to protect hearing (noise limiting) while providing crystal-clear sound. Great for kids and adults alike, they’re a must-have for anyone who loves music, gaming or using auditory therapy games with our clinic. 🎶
Perfect for: All ages!Loop for Concerts
A fantastic gift for music lovers, the Loop earplugs help reduce loud sounds without sacrificing sound quality, making them ideal for concerts and events. Keep your ears safe while enjoying your favorite performances! 🎤
Perfect for: Teens and adults who love live music.Loop Engage for Kids
These earplugs are designed for younger ears, offering a comfortable and effective way to reduce environmental sounds. The filter reduces background noises allowing for better concentration and increased ability to stay present. There’s also a pair great for adults. 📚
Perfect for: Kids ages 5 and up.
Fun for All Ages 🎉
Recommended by our speech therapy team: Chloe, Lauren, Jody, and Molly
Toniebox – Screen-Free Fun
A great option for younger kids, the Toniebox is a screen-free listening experience that encourages imagination and storytelling. It’s interactive, educational, and oh-so-fun—your little one will love it! Both Jody and Melissa have a Toniebox and Yoto (great for travel) for their children. 📚🎶
Perfect for: Kids ages 3+.Pop the Pig
A fun, fast-paced game that gets kids moving and laughing. The game involves feeding a pig until it “pops,” providing tons of giggles and joy. It’s a fan favorite here at the clinic, and a top pick by Chloe! 🐷🍔
Perfect for: Kids ages 4+.Ball Popper
This action-packed toy keeps kids entertained as balls pop in the air, encouraging hand-eye coordination and lots of giggles. It’s so much fun that Lauren picks this as one of her favorite tools to use in therapy. 🎉
Perfect for: Toddlers and preschoolers.Cooperative Board Games – Hoot Hoot Owl
Lauren recommends this cooperative board game that fosters teamwork and social skills. Players work together to help the owl collect his friends and make it back to the nest before the sun sets! 🦉🌞
Perfect for: Families with kids ages 4+.Rat-a-Tat Cat
A fast-paced, card game that’s great for kids and adults alike, Rat-a-Tat Cat is fun and educational, promoting memory and strategy skills. (Jody loves it so much, it’s her go-to gift!) 🐱
Perfect for: Ages 6+.
Baby & Toddler Must-Haves 🍼
Recommended by our SLP team - toys that are sure to put a smile (and some sounds) on your child’s mouth!
Owl Shape Sorter
This classic shape-sorting toy is not only fun but also helps develop fine motor skills and problem-solving. The sounds that the owls make when dropped into their designated spaces will make any child laugh or ask for more. (It’s not on sale, but it’s one the entire SLP team can’t recommend enough!) 🦉
Perfect for: Babies and toddlers, ages 6 months and up.Poke-a-Dot Books
Chloe loves these interactive books, which are full of fun pop-up dots that kids can press and pop while learning new words and concepts. Great for keeping little ones engaged! 📚
Perfect for: Infants and toddlers, ages 0-3.All Better Book
This sweet book helps teach emotional regulation and problem-solving, perfect for toddlers learning how to express their feelings. Molly loves it for its positive message and interactive elements. 💖
Perfect for: Toddlers and preschoolers, ages 2+.Blockaroos
These colorful building blocks are perfect for fostering creativity and fine motor skills. Easy to grip and stack, they’re great for tiny hands to play and build! 🏗️
Perfect for: Infants and toddlers, ages 1-3.
Bonus: Toy Drive Donations 🎁
If you’re looking for a gift to donate to our annual SF Firefighters Toy Program, we’d be thrilled to receive any of these fun, educational toys! Your contributions help brighten the holidays for children in need, and we’re grateful for your generosity.
We hope this list helps you find the perfect gift for the holidays, whether it’s for your own family or a donation to a great cause. As always, feel free to reach out if you have questions or need more recommendations—we’re here to help!