#72 - What Sensory Sensitivity Actually Feels Like—My View as an OT and Sensory Sensitive Mom
Sensory Made SimpleShow Notes
Ever wonder what sensory sensitivity actually feels like? As both an OT and a sensory-sensitive mom, I’m sharing my personal experiences—what sets me off, how my body reacts, and what happens when I get completely overwhelmed.
🎙️ The sensory triggers that make my skin crawl (literally!) 🎙️ The difference between sensory quirks and true sensory challenges 🎙️ How my sensory sensitivity shows up as a mom—hello, mess and noise overload! 🎙️ What I see when I take a step back and analyze myself through an OT’s eyes.
Links mentioned in this episode: Sensory Survival Guide for Parents: https://www.drsamgoldman.com/sensorysurvivalguide Episode 71: Why is My Child so Sensitive?: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-71-why-is-my-child-so-sensitive-understanding-sensory/id1659053842?i=1000688518666
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