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What Does Sensory Overload Feel Like?
31 Jan 2023

What Does Sensory Overload Feel Like?

by SPE | posted in: Sensory Overload & Meltdowns | 2

You may have heard the term sensory overload many times in regard to sensory processing challenges. And you’ve probably also read that sensory overload leads to sensory meltdowns in many cases. But have you ever wondered what sensory overload feels … Continued

Sensory Challenges, Sensory Overload, SPD
How to Help a Child with Sensory Overload
24 Jul 2022

How to Help a Child with Sensory Overload

by SPE | posted in: sensory processing explained | 2

You’ve figured out your child is dealing with sensory overload. Maybe you ever know what triggers it. But your child is in the middle of sensory overload and you don’t know what to do to help. Today, we’re going to … Continued

Sensory Challenges, Sensory Overload, Sensory Processing, SPD
10 Ways to Help a Sensory Sensitive Child
9 Nov 2020

10 Ways to Help a Sensory Sensitive Child

by SPE | posted in: sensory processing explained | 3

Do you have a child who is sensitive to different sensory inputs? ⠀ ⠀ Being a kid with sensory needs can make even the simplest things like combing your hair or getting dressed feel challenging. ⠀ ⠀ Using the strategies … Continued

Sensory Challenges, Sensory Processing, SPD
Signs of Sensory Overload
2 Oct 2019

Signs of Sensory Overload

by SPE | posted in: sensory processing explained | 3

Sensory input is constantly coming at us. Whether we’re in a quiet place by ourselves or at a busy shopping mall, sensory experiences are shaping how we perceive the world around us. Sensory overload happens to all of us, but … Continued

Sensory Challenges, Sensory Overload, SPD

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We're Heather and Sharla. Heather is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, and Sharla is a mom to seven children, five of whom have sensory processing challenges. Together, we want to share sensory processing resources that are accessible and understandable for educators and parents. We're glad you're here! You can read more about us here.

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