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

13/05/2025 15 min
Ep 100. Overstimulated by Your Kids? You're NOT a Bad Parent (ADHD & Sensory Tips)

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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.✨ Join my FREE Sensory Strategies for ADHD training (link below)!https://theadhdclaritycoach.com/page/webinar-registration-1✨ Interested in More Support for your sensory needs? Join my group coaching program!https://theadhdclaritycoach.com/page/eyb-group-program⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 – Intro & Topic: Sensory needs in parenting0:30 – The sensory onslaught of kids1:00 – Guilt and the pressure to "power through"2:00 – What happens when we suppress our needs2:45 – Dysregulation: shutdown vs. meltdown3:10 – Modeling self-care helps kids too4:00 – Strategy 1: Taking sensory breaks5:00 – Strategy 2: Talking to your kids about it6:00 – ADHD, sensory issues, and body awareness7:00 – How to build interoceptive skills8:00 – Strategy 3: Dulling sensory input (visual & auditory)9:00 – Strategy 4: Managing touch when you're touched out10:00 – The power of proprioceptive input11:00 – Examples of proprioceptive activities12:00 – Guilt is not helpful—self-compassion is13:00 – Reframing sensory mismatch- it can offer your kids skills!14:00 – Closing thoughts: You’re doing a good job!#ADHDParenting#SensoryProcessing#ExecutiveFunctioning#NeurodivergentParent#TouchedOut#ParentingWithADHD#OccupationalTherapy#SensoryOverload#MomGuilt#RegulationSkills

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