#335 - Listener Question: Tips for an Overstimulated Child and Parent!

Shop our BIGGEST sale of the year! Today we are answering a listener question: how to help a 5-year-old who becomes overstimulated and how to help the parent who becomes overstimulated. We discuss strategies to set the child up for success before the overstimulating situations, strategies for the car ride, and how to decompress. We also talk about strategies for the parent, including getting outside, drinking enough water, asking for help, and more!  LINKS We’d love to answer your questions on the podcast! Fill out this form - https://harkla.typeform.com/to/ItWxQNP3  All Things Sensory Podcast Instagram  Harkla YouTube Channel Harkla Website - Shop Sensory Products! Harkla Instagram When Your Child’s Sensory Preferences Don’t Match Yours Free Primitive Reflex Webinar What is the Moro Reflex? Book: Building a Non-Anxious Life Book: Too Loud, Too Bright, Too Fast, Too Tight Tips for Getting Outside 8 Activities for Regulation Sensory Strategies for Teens and Adults Peaceful Parenting Tips Free Sensory Diet Webinar On-the-go Sensory Strategies  Free Social Story Template

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Rachel Harrington and Jessica Hill, are two passionate Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants who answer your questions related to all things sensory, occupational therapy, parenting, self-care, nutrition, and health, from a therapist’s perspective. Providing raw, honest, fun ideas, and strategies, for parents and families to implement into daily life. Great for those who work with children with sensory processing disorder, special needs, autism, and ADHD. This podcast is brought to you by Harkla. At Harkla, our goal is to help those with special needs live happy and healthy lives.