As a neurodiversity-affirming pediatric OT, you all know that I’m all about regulation. As parents, therapists and teachers, it’s critical [continue reading]
Around here, we talk about sensory processing all the time: sensory processing disorder, sensory processing differences, sensory-seeking, sensory-sensitive. But what [continue reading]
For some neurodivergent kids, the school setting can be a wonderfully inclusive, neurodiversity-affirming place. And for others, it can be [continue reading]
Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/podcast The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult [continue reading]
Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/podcast The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Heavywork freebie Heavywork webinar Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult [continue reading]
Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/podcast The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Heavywork freebie Heavywork webinar Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult [continue reading]
Carrie used the just right challenge and sensory regulation strategies to help her sensory sensitive son gain confidence and enjoy life. [continue reading]
The size of the problem is a common lesson therapists and teachers use to teach kids emotional regulation skills. As I have learned more about the neurodivergent community, I’ve started thinking about this lesson in a different way and want to share that with you in this episode. Don’t worry, it’s not all bad! [continue reading]
So you’ve identified your child may be differently wired, or neurodivergent. Now what? When is it time to seek support for your neurodivergent child? Who do you seek support from? Where do you even start? I’ll be answering all those questions in this episode. [continue reading]
If you’ve been considering going to Disneyland with your Sensory kid, this post is for you. Keep reading to learn tips and tricks from an OT mom so you can make the most out of your Disneyland trip with your neurodivergent child. [continue reading]