Inside you’ll find: A peek behind the curtain into what are the indirect causes and motivations of your sensory child’s social struggles. What was your most embarrassing moment? Chances are, other people were involved in that situation, otherwise, where’s the embarrassment? Kids with sensory issues often find themselves in embarrassing or awkward social situations. No […]
Sensory Issues FAQs: Auditory Avoiders, Seekers and Loud Noises
Imagine a constant barrage of annoying, disturbing and downright painful things being hurled at you all day every day. Pretty upsetting? Want to run for cover? That’s a glimpse of what it’s like for sensory kids that struggle with auditory issues. Scroll to the bottom for a VIDEO I recorded about this topic! This post […]
Sensory Issues FAQ: How to Cope as a Parent
Inside You’ll find: Reminders and practical ideas for taking some of the pressure off as you navigate the waters of parenting a child(ren) with Sensory Processing Disorder “Draining” “Incessant” “Frustrating” “Lonely” “Infuriating” “Defeating” “Consuming” “Exhausting both physically, emotionally, and mentally.” What are these parents describing? How hard it is to be a parent to a […]
Sensory Issues FAQ: Picky Eating
Inside you’ll find: Some very practical, achievable, and creative ideas to help you enrich the diet and ease the mealtime struggles of your sensory kid. Trying to feed kids these days is complicated. So many rules! Eat lots of fruit. Sugar makes kids wild. Drink milk for calcium. Dairy is the devil. Eat whole grains. […]
Sensory Issues FAQ: OTHERS Judgement and Opinions
Inside you’ll find: Encouragement to help you have confidence as a sensory parent It stung. Without a word, the other mom at the park made her opinions of my parenting clear. “You’re spoiling them.” could be read clear as day on her face. It felt crippling. With too many words, my childless sister gave […]
Sensory Issues FAQ: Big Emotions, Anxiety and Impulse Control
Emotions run HIGH in a sensory household. Long after the “terrible twos” and long before hitting the teen years, the drama is still intense. But why??? What is it about sensory processing disorder that causes big emotions, like anxiety or impulse control issues like rage? Every brain, in order to function properly needs sensory input. […]
Sensory Issues FAQ: Helping Siblings Understand SPD
It’s THE most common complaint I get from sensory parents. Others. Others just don’t understand or even believe your child has sensory needs. This opposition can come from teachers, coaches, neighbors, strangers, and unfortunately, even family. (We’ve got a WHOLE post written by MY husband to YOUR husband about sensory processing disorder. Check it […]
3 Things You Can Do Today to Prepare for the Future of Your Child With Special Needs
One of our most precious commodities is time, wouldn’t you agree? When you have a child with special needs, often one of the last things you have is time. Time to think about today or tomorrow. Your time is spent tackling the harried daily responsibilities of life, work, and home. However, finding the time now […]
Symptoms of SPD: When to Worry about Sensory Issues
Do you get a sinking feeling in your stomach, a gut instinct deep down that tells you something isn’t quite right with your child’s behavior? There have been little clues and symptoms that there might be a sensory issue at play but you’re just not sure what to do with your suspicions. Scroll to the bottom for a VIDEO […]
Sensory Issues FAQ: Personal Space and Body Awareness
The touching, the pushing, the in-your-face talking. Some kids really struggle with personal space and body awareness. It can be super annoying, embarrassing, and hurt your child’s chances at making friends. How do sensory needs factor in? And what can you do to help them? Why do they get so close? Kids with sensory issues […]
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