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Is Low Self-Esteem and SPD linked?
Is Low Self-Esteem and Sensory Processing Disorder Linked? One of my absolute favorite books is The Out of Sync Child by Carol Kranowitz. If you…
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The Sensory W.I.S.E. Solutions Podcast
Do you have a child with sensory processing challenges or Sensory Processing Disorder?
Looking for some practical tips and advice from an Occupational Therapist’s expert in sensory development? This podcast is for you! Every week, Laura Petix, (aka The OT Butterfly) will educate you on the impact that sensory processing has on your child’s learning and behavior. She’ll teach you the why behind your child’s behavior, how to identify their sensory profiles, how to support them using sensory strategies and how you can engage with them using the just right challenge. Being a parent of a child with SPD can feel so isolating, but Laura’s here to let you know, you are not alone. Get comfy, press play and imagine yourself hanging out with your new OT mom bestie.
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Like speaking to a friend who “GETS IT”
I have a 2 year old daughter with sensory processing challenges (specifically tactile) that have made feeding an overwhelming challenge since birth. Listening to Laura feels like having the chance to talk to someone who literally understands what you have been through. I love that the episodes are short and full of tips and helpful information.
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How this mom helped her sensory sensitive son gain confidence and find joy
Carrie used the just right challenge and sensory regulation strategies to help her sensory sensitive son gain confidence and enjoy life.
Re-Air: Accommodations vs. Exposure in Sensory kids
So you have a sensory sensitive child who’s sensitive to seams of socks, mushy textured food, messy play, or toilets flushing. What should you do? Do…
Top down vs Bottom up approach
Have you ever heard of therapists use terms like “top down and bottom up approach” to working with behaviors in neurodivergent children? This episode will…
Do this one thing before you seek professional support for your child.
When parents find themselves in a space where they’re desperate for answers and solutions to help their neurodivergent child, they often forget one important step.…
The “Size of the Problem” Lesson & Why I Don’t Use it Anymore
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…
A candid conversation on parenthood with Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart
Ever wondered what a psychologist and an OT sound like when they get together and have a casual conversation about parenthood? Well, here’s your invitation…
Breaking holiday traditions: What I’m doing differently with my neurodivergent child.
If you have a neurodivergent child who tends to get overstimulated, overwhelmed and dysregulated around gift-giving time during the holidays, you’re not alone. Over the…
When it’s time to ask for help for your neurodivergent child
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…
The Bridge to Conscious Parenting with a Neurodivergent Child
In this episode, we talk about the journey of becoming a conscious parent to a neurodivergent child and how we both have had to reconcile…
6 Little Known Tips for Vacation with a Neurodivergent Child
Taking a vacation with a neurodivergent child sometime in the near future? Keep reading to learn 6 steps you can take to help make it…
Celebrating Autism with a Neurodiverse Affirming Lens
Join Andi Putt, as we spread awareness of the different ways Autistic individuals learn and behave so we can be more neurodiverse affirming.
Unpopular opinion: You should redirect your child’s aggressive behaviors.
Are you struggling with aggressive behavior in children? When you have a neurodivergent child who has 20+ minute long, intense, aggressive meltdowns, sometimes you need…
Struggling with school refusal? Here’s what a therapist would do.
Do you have a child who refuses going to school and you either can’t figure out why or can’t figure out how to best help…
Why I Hate Whole Body Listening: Thoughts from an OT
Neurodivergent learners have different ways of learning and listening. They won’t always appear to be listening, and often get in trouble when they aren’t using…
How to do Disneyland with SPD: Tips from an OT
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…
Unscripted: My husband’s neurodivergent parenting experience
I always get asked what kind of parent my husband is. People want to know if we use the same parenting style and if we…
The Number One Reason Your Kid Hates Hygiene Tasks
Have you ever wondered why your kid hates grooming tasks like taking a bath, washing their hair, brushing their teeth, and any other task that…
The summer challenge for parents- and taking a podcast hiatus
I’ll be taking a summer hiatus from podcasting and will return sometime in the fall of 2022. Until then, listen to some of my most…
The trauma experience in parenthood- with Dr. Cassidy Freitas
I’m interviewing the talented and brilliant, Dr. Casiddy Freitas. I was on her podcast last year and since then, we’ve been insta-friends, colleagues and we…
Clothing Sensitivities in Children (podcast)
The blog post, transcript and audio for this episode has moved and can be found here: Click here to read the blog/listen to the podcast…
6 Tricks to Get Your Child to Cooperate
Dealing with power struggles and push back from your child when you just want them to clean up, get dressed, brush their teeth or simply…
How to Talk to Your Child About Their Neurodiversity
When you have a child who’s neurodivergent, should you talk to them about their neurodiversity? When should you talk to them about their neurodiversity? And…
Quiet time for kids: Why you need it and how to start.
Even when young children drop their last nap, research shows it’s still important for their brain to have downtime and to rest. But how on…
Update on our Eval Journey
As a pediatric OT, I have had to jump through hurdles and hoops just to get medical professionals to actively listen to my concerns about…
When sticker charts backfire
As a former ABA therapist, current OT and mama to a 4 year old, I’m no stranger to sticker charts. I work with parents all…
3 mistakes you might be making with your sensory sensitive child
CLICK TO READ TRANSCRIPT In this episode, I share clips from my recent masterclass that talks about the 3 biggest mistakes I see parents make…
Behind the scenes: Morning routine
If you follow me on instagram, you know that mornings before school are the hardest times for us. Now I’m letting you in to witness…
