Ep 100. Overstimulated by Your Kids? You're NOT a Bad Parent (ADHD & Sensory Tips)

In this video, I explain how sensory differences between parents and children can cause guilt, burnout, and dysregulation—especially for neurodivergent parents.

This video offers practical tools and insights to help you navigate sensory overload and advocate for your own needs while still showing up for your kids!

Whether you’re struggling with being touched out, overwhelmed by noise, or just need permission to take a break, this video will give you both strategies and emotional validation.

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⏱️ Timestamps:
0:00 – Intro & Topic: Sensory needs in parenting
0:30 – The sensory onslaught of kids
1:00 – Guilt and the pressure to "power through"
2:00 – What happens when we suppress our needs
2:45 – Dysregulation: shutdown vs. meltdown
3:10 – Modeling self-care helps kids too
4:00 – Strategy 1: Taking sensory breaks
5:00 – Strategy 2: Talking to your kids about it
6:00 – ADHD, sensory issues, and body awareness
7:00 – How to build interoceptive skills
8:00 – Strategy 3: Dulling sensory input (visual & auditory)
9:00 – Strategy 4: Managing touch when you're touched out
10:00 – The power of proprioceptive input
11:00 – Examples of proprioceptive activities
12:00 – Guilt is not helpful—self-compassion is
13:00 – Reframing sensory mismatch- it can offer your kids skills!
14:00 – Closing thoughts: You’re doing a good job!


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