God created humans with a built-in safety mechanism. 95% of what looks like bad behavior is actually a young child trying to make their nervous system feel okay. We know it as self-regulation. As adults, this might come out as clicking a pen, or taking a coffee break.This episode is Part I of a two-part series on Making Sense of Your Child’s Behavior through the lens of the sensory system. Today, Kelly is talking about the senses of sight and hearing, how they could be affecting your child’s behavior, and how you can help your child.VisionAt homeFace them towards a plain wall.Offer a minimum amount of toys.Face them away from windows and doors.Give them 10-15 minutes to close their eyes or sit in a dark room.At the parkLet them read in the car first.Give them sunglasses.At schoolGive them a ball cap.Join Kelly’s monthly membership for more tools.Know yourself and your child.Vision might also be a sensitivity for you as a parent.Check out Kelly’s free sensory profile assessment.HearingBehaviors that may occur include:Running out of a roomRefusing to go into a roomHow to help the child:Give them 5-10 minutes to see if they can self-regulate.Try headphones/earplugs/noise-canceling earbuds.Turn on soothing music.Teach your child to give you a signal that means: “Mom, please be quiet.”Get curious! Look for clues and don’t override what your child is saying.Connect with Kelly!Monthly membershipSensory Profile AssessmentInstagramWebsitePlease subscribe to the podcastYouTubeApple PodcastsSpotify

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