Welcome to episode 138! This episode is sponsored by Harkla Co. Learn more about why we LOVE this company HERE! Use the Code: “sensory” for a 10% discount on everything in their shop! This week’s episode is an incredible conversation

Sleep 2.0: Sensory Strategies for Better Sleep Quality!

Jan 27th, 2021 35m 22s

Welcome to episode 137! This episode is sponsored by Harkla Co. Learn more about why we LOVE this company HERE! Use the Code: “sensory” for a 10% discount on everything in their shop! Back in 2018, we released our third podcast episod

Balancing Screen Time & Play Time with Rachel McFedries

Jan 20th, 2021 1h 1m

Welcome to episode 136! This episode is sponsored by Harkla Co. Learn more about why we LOVE this company HERE! Use the Code: “sensory” for a 10% discount on everything in their shop! This episode is an incredible conversation with Ra

Why We Love the Draw a Person Test for More Than Testing Purposes!

Jan 13th, 2021 30m 17s

Welcome to episode 135! This episode is sponsored by Harkla Co. Learn more about why we LOVE this company HERE! Use the Code: “sensory” for a 10% discount on everything in their shop! Have you ever had your child / client / student dr

Torticollis, Plagiocephaly, and Infant Development with Baby Begin!

Jan 6th, 2021 57m 20s

Welcome to episode 134! This episode is sponsored by Harkla Co. Learn more about why we LOVE this company HERE! Use the Code: “sensory” for a 10% discount on everything in their shop! Today we have an incredible conversation with Jenn

Treatment Planning Made Easy With These Simple Therapy Hacks!

Dec 30th, 2020 27m 10s

Welcome to episode 133! This episode is sponsored by Harkla Co. Learn more about why we LOVE this company HERE! Use the Code: “sensory” for a 10% discount on everything in their shop! Today’s episode is in answer to a listener questio

Picky Eating Strategies with McKenzie from @playingatyourplate

Dec 16th, 2020 57m 11s

Welcome to episode 132! This episode is sponsored by Harkla Co. Learn more about why we LOVE this company HERE! Use the Code: “sensory” for a 10% discount on everything in their shop! Today’s conversation is with McKenzie Hoffman, M.A

Rachel and Jessica's Birth Stories & the Connection Between Birth + Child Development

Dec 9th, 2020 34m 42s

Welcome to episode 131! This episode is sponsored by Harkla Co. Learn more about why we LOVE this company HERE! Use the Code: “sensory” for a 10% discount on everything in their shop! This episode is all about birth stories - Rachel a

Advocating for Your Child with Stefanie from @afriendforlillybug

Dec 2nd, 2020 59m 32s

Welcome to episode 130! This episode is sponsored by Harkla Co. Learn more about why we LOVE this company HERE! Use the Code: “sensory” for a 10% discount on everything in their shop! Get ready for an AMAZING conversation with Stefani

Is Low Sensory Registration Impacting Your Child's Success? Sharing our Favorite Sensory Diet Ideas for Low Registration!

Nov 25th, 2020 24m 41s

Welcome to episode 129! This episode is sponsored by Harkla Co. Learn more about why we LOVE this company HERE! Use the Code: “sensory” for a 10% discount on everything in their shop! As your podcast DJs, we are answering a listener’s

Making Kids Nutrition Easy with The Lean Green Bean

Nov 18th, 2020 44m 45s

Welcome to episode 128! This episode is sponsored by Harkla Co. Learn more about why we LOVE this company HERE! Use the Code: “sensory” for a 10% discount on everything in their shop! In this episode, you get to hear from Lindsay Livi

Gravitational Insecurity

Nov 11th, 2020 27m 51s

Welcome to episode 127! This episode is sponsored by Harkla Co. Learn more about why we LOVE this company HERE! Use the Code: “sensory” for a 10% discount on everything in their shop! As podcast DJs, we LOVE answering your questions

Physical Therapy for Children with Down Syndrome and More with Jake Kreindler

Nov 4th, 2020 1h 2m

Welcome to episode 126! This episode is sponsored by Harkla Co. Learn more about why we LOVE this company HERE! Use the Code: “sensory” for a 10% discount on everything in their shop! Today’s episode is a fantastic conversation with

Stimming: What is it and what to do about it?

Oct 28th, 2020 20m 33s

Welcome to episode 125! This episode is sponsored by Harkla Co. Learn more about why we LOVE this company HERE! Use the Code: “sensory” for a 10% discount on everything in their shop! What is “stimming?” What does it look like? Who pa

Mama Wellness with Jen from Blossoming Moms Co.

Oct 21st, 2020 41m 38s

Welcome to episode 124! Today we are talking to the amazing Jennifer Blossom - boy mom, Occupational Therapist, and CEO / Founder of Blossoming Moms. Blossoming Moms is a digital wellness brand that helps overwhelmed moms simplify motherhood

OT Holiday Gift Guide!

Oct 16th, 2020 34m 7s

Buying gifts for your child can be exciting and fulfilling however for some families, searching for the perfect gift for a child with sensory processing challenges can be more challenging than fulfilling. Rachel and Jessica are here to help! Us

What We Really do in OT

Oct 16th, 2020 33m 30s

Let’s talk about what occupational therapists REALLY do! Not only do they help people, but they really focus on helping people complete daily life tasks. These are called ADLs and IADLs - activities of daily living and instrumental activities o

The Vestibular System

Oct 16th, 2020 29m 7s

Let’s talk about one of our hidden senses - the vestibular system. This is a very important part of sensory integration and most children with sensory processing challenges will have significant difficulties processing and modulation vestibular

Interview with the Blymiller's- Nutrition, Supplements, and Progress

Oct 16th, 2020 1h 4m

Get ready for an amazing interview today! Angela and her husband, Shawn, are the parents of two children, one with special needs. During today’s episode, they will talk about their trials, their triumphs, and will give simple advice to other pa

The Hidden Sense: Interoception

Oct 16th, 2020 34m 12s

Did you know that we have more than 7 senses? We have a hidden 8th sense that most people don’t know about - interoception. Rachel and Jessica are here today to give you the 411 on this hidden sense as well as why it can be such a challenge for

Sensory Survival Guide for Halloween

Oct 16th, 2020 35m 59s

Halloween is here and for families with children with sensory processing challenges, it can be a stressful holiday. In today’s episode, Rachel and Jessica discuss the reasons behind sensory overload during Halloween as well as tips and strategi

Handwriting and Fine Motor Skills

Oct 16th, 2020 46m 40s

In today’s episode, Rachel and Jessica discuss the underlying skills related to handwriting as well as deficits associated with these skills. They also dive into simple, at home strategies and activities that you can incorporate into your child

Disciplining a Sensory Kiddo

Oct 16th, 2020 40m 40s

This week, Rachel and Jessica discuss the process of disciplining a ‘sensory kiddo.’ They will dive into why children with sensory processing challenges have behaviors (as it relates to their sensory systems), ideas for how to intervene and hel

What the Heck are Primitive Reflexes?!

Oct 16th, 2020 35m 51s

In this episode, Rachel and Jessica will introduce you to primitive reflexes. They will share general information regarding what they are, why we have them, and what happens if our bodies don’t integrate them properly. They will also briefly di

Sensory Avoiders

Oct 16th, 2020 55m 13s

Today we’re talking about those kiddos that are over-responsive to sensory input, aka, sensory avoiders. They often slip between the lines and their deficits go unnoticed, making it challenging to get them the help that they need! We’re going t