The Neurodivergent Gift Guide

before we dive in, let me tell you that what I actually want for Christmas is to frolic all year round with no responsibilities, not to have to make myself THREE meals every day but still somehow have all of the nutrients I need, and also to live in a world that doesn’t feel inherently stressful. ANYWAY, if like me, you could do with a little help this time of year, let me take some of the stress off of your shoulders with this guide.

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💝 answer anyone who’s been asking you what you’d like this year
⭐️ think a bit less whilst buying things for other people

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Fidget Toys

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Fidget Toys 🧸

  • zebra’s my favourite, but there are plenty of options from translucent, to metallic and LOTS more!

  • know a CHEWER? depending on how tough or soft they like it, these textured silicone straws might go down a treat the way they did with one of my favourite ND humans!

Blue ice cube with the words "ICE DOL" engraved on it.
A person's hand holding a small, transparent bear-shaped object, with a white fabric background.

  • super satisfying, even just to look at, since it’s clear! if it gets a little dusty, just run it under some water. it *isn’t* unbreakable but i guess that depends on how hard you go on the stretch

  • fidgets for grown ups. the whole site! seriously. get ready to want everything jaz makes. fidgets like you’ve never seen them before, catering to a whole range of sensory preferences 😍 really, really beautiful stuff

  • ok, that’s not their real name. these might be at the very top of my list of fidgets. stretchy, twisty, super stimmy looking, and kinda nice to fling around honestly. plus, this is a pack of 12 for people who inevitably lose things like i do!

  • i have a few mini slinkies, but the transparent neon ones just have a particularly addictive quality. i’ve also handed out a few to the plethora of neurodivergent humans around me too, since this is ALSO a pack of 12

A set of five multi-colored silicone straws in blue, green, orange, white, and yellow, alongside packaging box with a bear illustration and the brand name J. BORN.
Black and white striped figure-eight shaped acrylic hairpins arranged in a cluster.
Colorful plastic coil cuffs in pink, blue, green, orange, yellow, and a yellow coil bracelet.
Colorful glow-in-the-dark magic wands, rainbow-colored glow sticks, and glow-in-the-dark stretchy worms.
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  • as you’ll see above, i’m a big fan of A LOT of fidget toys. however — when it comes to buying fidget toys for people in my life who seem to buy THEMSELVES everything they want, i sometimes have to get a little creative. in comes 🥁 ..luxury fidgeting! ONO roller’s fidget toys make really good gifts because they’re truly just.. fancy! the quality, materials and weight of ONO products really make them sensational to hold!

Health & Self Care

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Health & Self Care 🧠

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  • Trying to navigate the world with a neurodivergent brain is hard sometimes — we don’t know about you, but we personally appreciate adding in things to SUPPORT our brains rather than try to change them. This lovely supplement company was founded by a neurodivergent brain too 🥰

A green lip balm tube with its cap removed, exposing the balm inside, on a light-colored surface with a dark background.

  • (reiterating myself when i say we all need as MUCH hydrating as we can get)

Five small amber bottles of organic essential oils labeled Lavender, Lemon, Orange Sweet, Peppermint Premium, and Tea Tree, arranged in a row.

  • forever blown away by how many things essential oils can ACTUALLY fix. low mood? there’s an essential oil for that. antibacterial properties for the spot you picked? there’s an essential oil for that!

Set of eight Kay Ali Eau de Parfum travel sprays in various colors, arranged on a grid and labeled as Discovery Layering Set.

  • I always think (depending on the person) scent can be a really lovely gift to give. Even better if you give them options so they’re almost guaranteed to like something!

A clear plastic bottle with a black cap containing a transparent liquid, labeled as Dan Ocea oil.

  • a very luxe body/hair/nail. can confirm it smells unreal. give me anything that makes taking care of my body novelty!

A white tube of Toppicals Slick Salve Acai Lip Balm standing upright with a gray cap, against a plain light background.

  • Slick Salve Lip Balm (because if they’re anything like me, they need all the hydrating they can get)

Clothing

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Clothing ☁️

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  • These weighted hoodies were LITERALLY designed to be anti-anxiety. Extra points for the thick, super high quality material and huge hood to hide under. Oh, and also that they wash extremely well — great for anyone as clumsy as us!

A Tide To Go instant stain remover pen in orange and white packaging with a blue background.

  • Okay yes, less glamorous, but hear us out.. if you have a neurodivergent friend who’s as lacking in coordination as us, they’ll appreciate this 🥲

Home Comforts

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Home Comforts 🌙

Black and white cow print patterned fabric or blanket folded.
Living room illuminated with purple, blue, and green starry ceiling lights, a dark sofa with pillows, surfboards leaning against the wall, plants, framed pictures, and a candle on a table.

  • we’ve been incorporating these little beauties into our daily lives for YEARS for their ability to increase comfort and overall happiness levels beyond words 😌 bonus points for animal print too, obviously.

  • (so I can pretend I’m in another reality whilst I decompress)

Colorful reusable drinking straws, two metal cleaning brushes, and a cocktail glass with a watermelon drink and ice cubes on a white background.

  • nice, colourful glass straws for a heavenly drinking experience (to replace the set that i accidentally smashed all of)

A pink cocktail in a coupe glass, a small bowl of mixed grapes, and a jar of Luxardo Maraschino cherries on a wooden table with cork coasters.

  • (for the neurodivergent need to have several drinks at once)

A smiling woman with curly hair wrapped in large, chunky gray knit blankets.

  • this one’s a little luxe, but it’s organic, machine washable AND breathable, unlike many others. i know some of you go big with your gifts, but there are lower cost options elsewhere too ❤️

A plush toy of a cow with black and white fur, large muzzle, and small horns, sitting on a plain light-colored background.

  • A weighted, heatable soft toy for extra comfort (also gently scented for lavender for anyone who needs to chill OUT like i do)

Hobbies

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Hobbies 🎨

Cover of a coloring book titled "Fuzzy Hygge" with illustrations of cute animals in a cozy living room with a fireplace, including a bunny, fox, cat, and bears, surrounded by yarn, paint, and houseplants.
A black carrying case filled with colorful art markers, with a large white marker outside the case, and two smaller markers labeled YR190 placed nearby.

  • Turning a wizzy brain off is a challenge, but we’ve found wholesome activities that allow us to reconnect with our inner child (like colouring) really helps..

  • We know these are a little fancy.. But sometimes fancy is what you want to gift, right? 🎁

Person arranging colorful dried flowers and grasses on a table, creating a decorative floral wreath with blue ribbon.

  • UK, Midlands specific: Christmas wreath workshop by Roo, Sunday 8th December: 12:30pm - 3:00PM, Birmingham 

Sculp DIY craft kit with bags, box, paper, paint, brushes, and other craft supplies.

Self Discovery

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Self Discovery 💡

Two women stand in front of a bookshelf with multiple books and a poster above them in a bookstore or library setting.
Colorful illustrated bundle containing a purple hand with yellow-painted nails, orange and purple shapes, and pink and blue accents, with the title text "the big discovery bundle" in bold black font.

A chair with a beige cushion and a book titled 'This Way to Change' resting on it. The book cover is black with pink and blue illustrations and white and pink text. The chair is outdoors on a brick patio.

  • want to comfort someone who’s feeling depleted by the state of the world? jezz’s words and ideas are the perfect (metaphorical) warm hug for that!