Best Sensory Jackets & Sweaters for Kids
Every year when the weather changes, I go on the hunt. Not for the cutest jacket (though I do love a cute one), but for the jacket Hirah will actually wear. If you have a neurodivergent kid, you know the struggle—scratchy seams, stiff fabric, tags that feel like sandpaper.
Here’s what I’ve found works best for us:
1. Kozie Clothes
Soft as a hug. No tags. Stretchy. Compression options that can help calm sensory overwhelm. Hirah doesn’t fight me when I pull one of these out—and that says a lot.
2. Sense-ational You Hoodie
Seamless, tagless, and it even has little fidget cords. Perfect for waiting in long lines when we’re out.
3. Cat & Jack Adaptive Jackets (Target)
Budget-friendly and easy to find. Their adaptive line has soft interiors, hidden seams, and easy zippers. I can grab one while picking up groceries—big win.
4. Primary Zip Hoodies
Simple. Soft. Tag-free. No weird textures. These are my everyday go-to when the weather’s just starting to turn.
5. Weighted & Compression Jackets (SensoryDirect)
On days when Hirah needs more grounding input, a weighted jacket can make transitions easier—especially when we’re traveling or going somewhere busy.
💡 Tip from me to you:
Before I buy, I always run my hands inside the jacket—checking for seams, rough patches, or stiff edges. If I wouldn’t want to wear it, Hirah definitely won’t.
This is just what’s worked for us, but it took a lot of trial and error. And honestly? When you find the one—buy two. Because the worst thing is finding a perfect sensory jacket and then realizing they don’t make it anymore.
💌 I share my tried-and-true sensory clothing finds (and what flopped!) over at HirahCares.org—subscribe and I’ll send you my full sensory-friendly clothing guide.
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