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Sensory Processing Differences: Helping Kids Regulate Emotions & Thrive

Emily Hamblin * Enlightening Motherhood
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Ever wonder why some kids kid get overwhelmed in noisy places—while others may seek out loud music, rough play, or tight squeezes? Sensory processing plays a huge role in our kids' emotions and behavior, often in ways we don’t even realize. In this episode of the Enlightening Motherhood podcast, host Emily Hamblin sits down with Carrie Carman & Jen Papasodoro, the OT Parent Coaches, to explore sensory processing differences—what they are, how they impact children’s emotions, and what parents can do to help. Whether you're parenting a neurodivergent child or just want to better understand sensory differences, this episode will give you the tools to create a calmer, more connected home. Show Notes & Free Resource 💛 Connect with Emily Hamblin and grab your free conflict resolution cards at https://emily-hamblin.com 🌱 Join the Neurodivergent Survival Kit at https://emily-hamblin.com/kit 🎧 Related Episode: Sensory Processing & Emotional Healt …...more
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Introduction to Sensory Processing Challenges

0:00

Meet the OT Parent Coaches

0:41

Understanding Sensory Processing

1:57

Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) Explained

4:23

Recognizing Sensory Differences in Children

8:20

Practical Tips for Managing Sensory Challenges

15:00

Understanding Sensory Awareness in Parenting

24:17

Modeling Sensory Regulation for Children

25:28

Sensory Strategies for Older Kids and Adults

25:57

Proprioceptive Activities for Sensory Regulation

31:11

Addressing Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA)

37:49

Final Thoughts and Contact Information

47:59
Sensory Processing Differences: Helping Kids Regulate Emotions & Thrive
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Mar 282025
Ever wonder why some kids kid get overwhelmed in noisy places—while others may seek out loud music, rough play, or tight squeezes? Sensory processing plays a huge role in our kids' emotions and behavior, often in ways we don’t even realize. In this episode of the Enlightening Motherhood podcast, host Emily Hamblin sits down with Carrie Carman & Jen Papasodoro, the OT Parent Coaches, to explore sensory processing differences—what they are, how they impact children’s emotions, and what parents can do to help. Whether you're parenting a neurodivergent child or just want to better understand sensory differences, this episode will give you the tools to create a calmer, more connected home. Show Notes & Free Resource 💛 Connect with Emily Hamblin and grab your free conflict resolution cards at https://emily-hamblin.com 🌱 Join the Neurodivergent Survival Kit at https://emily-hamblin.com/kit 🎧 Related Episode: Sensory Processing & Emotional Health: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... 📩 Get the OT Parent Coaches’ free Sensory Sleuth Worksheet to help identify your child’s sensory needs. Download it here: https://carrie-c-jen-p-ot-parent-coac... 📲 Follow the OT Parent Coaches on Instagram & Facebook: @theOTParentCoaches Time Stamps: 00:00 Introduction to Sensory Processing Challenges 00:41 Meet the OT Parent Coaches 01:57 Understanding Sensory Processing 04:23 Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) Explained 08:20 Recognizing Sensory Differences in Children 15:00 Practical Tips for Managing Sensory Challenges 24:17 Understanding Sensory Awareness in Parenting 25:28 Modeling Sensory Regulation for Children 25:57 Sensory Strategies for Older Kids and Adults 31:11 Proprioceptive Activities for Sensory Regulation 37:49 Addressing Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) 47:59 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
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Emily Hamblin * Enlightening Motherhood

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Emily Hamblin * Enlightening Motherhood

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