#71 - Why Is My Child So Sensitive? Understanding Sensory Overload & Sensory Sensitivity
Sensory Made SimpleShow Notes
For children with sensory sensitivity and overload, simple everyday moments—like a trip to the store or getting dressed—often turn into meltdowns. It’s not just frustrating for them (or you)—it’s emotionally exhausting, because it feels like too much to handle. In this episode, we’ll help you truly understand what sensory sensitivity and overload mean for your child and how you can respond in a way that supports them before they reach that breaking point.
Episode Highlights: 🎙️What sensory sensitivity really means—like why your child might notice things others don’t and how that can make even “normal” situations feel so overwhelming. 🎙️How to spot the little signs of sensory overload before things spiral into a full-blown meltdown. 🎙️ How sensory sensitivity and sensory overload connect, and why your child’s reactions aren’t “just behavior.” 🎙️Easy ways to support your child, from learning their triggers to creating spaces that feel safe and calm for them.
Links mentioned in this episode: Sensory Made Simple Waitlist: www.drsamgoldman.com/sensorywaitlist
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