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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…
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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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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…
Judgmental loved ones? How to talk about your child’s neurodiversity.
I’ve been getting a lot of requests lately from parents who are having a hard time explaining their child’s neurodivergent brain to family members or…
How to get started with OT, and how it can change your life.
So you’ve identified some needs for your child, maybe fine motor needs, sensory needs, picky eating, or some other challenging behaviors that you decided or…
Why your child is a picky eater, and when to seek help.
Most parents deal with a picky eating phase, but some parents’ journey with their child’s picky eating is a little more severe than others, and…
Development of handwriting skills and when to seek OT support
Did you know that development of handwriting skills depends on a solid foundation of sensory processing skills? Really, all of our motor output (both gross…
Bed time battles: Practice strategies and when to work with OT, with Dr. Tina Bryson
Dr. Tina Bryson is going to share some strategies to help you with night time routine struggles. We’ll also talk about how this might look…
The ABA Therapy Controversy
As an Occupational Therapist, I get asked all the time what my thoughts are on ABA, and if I think ABA is harmful. Keep reading…
Conscious Discipline with a Neurodivergent Child
Join me and the amazing Mr. Chazz Lewis as he educates us on what Conscious Discipline is, and what it isn’t…and more importantly, how you…
Making the most out of OT services
Making the most out of your child’s OT services (that you had to fight tooth and nail for, go down very deep internet rabbit holes…
How to prepare your neurodivergent child for a Dentist/Doctor Visit
How can you best prepare your sensory child (and yourself) before a stressful event like going to a Doctor visit or going to the Dentist?…
Is it a Meltdown or a Tantrum? Interview with Dr. AnnLouise Lockhart
Did you know that there’s a difference between a meltdown and a tantrum? It’s important for parents and professionals to differentiate between the two because…
How to have the “sensory cup” talk
One thing I’m always preaching to my clients, my in person clients, my virtual parent coaching clients and the parents in the Sensory WISE Solutions…
Is it Sensory or Is it Behavior?
All behavior is a form of communication, but sometimes it can be hard to decipher what our children are communicating. When kids hit, kick, spit,…
Accommodation vs. Exposure for 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?…
The 2022 Mindset for Parents of Neurodivergent Kids
It’s so amazing how much a shift in mindset can positively impact progress in your own parenting journey as well as your neurodivergent child’s journey.…
Having a mixed threshold child
One of the most common questions I get asked about is if children can have mixed thresholds, meaning seek some sensory input and be sensitive…
Motherhood: unscripted
My whole experience of motherhood has been completely different than what I had envisioned, and that’s okay, but it needs to be talked about. I…
Tips for Building Self Regulation Skills
Co-regulation is something that will always be part of us as human beings. We are social beings and need the interaction, social transaction and intimacy…
Surviving the holidays with an SPD child
Forget thriving, how can we survive the holiday season with a neurodivergent child? Well I don’t have a magic wand, but I do have some…
The one thing you need to know about meltdowns
Out of all the social media posts, books, blogs, there’s just ONE thing you need to know about your neurodivergent child’s meltdowns, and that’s the…
Interview with Nicole Parish, Autistic Content Creator and Artist
Welcome everyone to a VERY exciting episode of the Sensory WISE Solutions Podcast for parents. I have a TREAT for you all because I have…
Going through a rough patch
This episode is completely unscripted but was so therapeutic for me to just talk and vent it all out. I’ll talk about why it’s so…
Classroom Accommodations for Sensory Needs
It’s our job as parents and educators to make sure that our children’s learning styles and sensory needs are supported and accommodated in the classroom.…
Finding the best preschool program for your SPD child
Ever wonder what the best preschool program would be for your child with SPD? Find out what questions you should be asking teachers and what…