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​You will need to think about why your child is struggling to sit still. It may be because they find it hard to balance and hold themselves upright. If this is the case, trying a more stable, seated position may help.   Moving around whilst brushing may help your child feel more regulated. They could wriggle in a beanbag whilst having their teeth brushed or be hugged and rocked gently in your lap. Some children like to move on the spot to music and you could mark the places to stand on the floor with tape.   Kneeling on the ground can give more deep pressure input, or your child might like to use a foot roller whilst they sit down and brush (it is possible to make your own which would be just as effective as a more expensive version). A raised texture play mat can be fun to explore with the feet.   Other ways to gain sensory input include placing the child’s feet on a slightly inflated wobble cushion whilst standing or sitting. It is important to keep their back well supported whilst doing this. You could also try a wobble wedge on a chair, this can improve posture whilst offering the opportunity for movement. It is important to make sure that the child’s feet can rest securely on the floor. See the "safe ways to brush: importance of positioning" video above to see what this looks like.