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Girls, I love your channel! I’ve been watching you for about a year now. I have a SPD sensory seeking 7yo and a little 2 years old in my house and we LOVE your recommendations/ suggestions! Thank you for your work!❤️❤️❤️
Im a new subscriber and I already llove your videos. They’re super informative and detailed. I’m currently on your site because I need all the help I can get for not just my kiddo, but myself, too. ❤
We have a LOT of helpful videos and podcast episodes for teachers! We also have a full course as well as this free webinar! harkla.co/pages/classroom-sensory-strategies-webinar-registration-2024
I have Septo Optic Dysplasia, which caused me to be born totally blind and it causd me to be on the autism spectrum. I’m a sensory seeker. Mainly my sensory seeking includes my senses of hearing, touch, vestibular, proprioception, and I think the interoceptive system as well, but I’m not sure about that one. I’m always touching everything because of being blind and having autism. Blindness really plays a big roll in sensory. I think blindness and autism are equal for me when it comes to the sensory system.
My child is 18 months, is that too young to consider him a sensory seeker? Some of his behaviors seem like they are just typical toddler needs - but he fits a lot of this to a T and is a lot more intense than his peers in these ways.
Toddlers can definitely show signs of sensory seeking! Toddlers are made to move, but anyone can be a seeker! Check out our free infant and toddler webinar, it might be helpful! harkla.co/pages/infant-sensory-development-webinar-registration
My daughter is getting older and requiring more and more movement. I don’t have the energy to keep up anymore. Then I get sad because she is attached to my hip and I have a one year-old who wants my attention. But my oldest wants more and more and more. I involve tons of movement, but it’s never enough.
Definitely try some of these on a daily basis if possible! Allow her to choose which activities she wants to try. Maybe start practicing "quiet, alone time" for a few minutes each day. See if you can get some help from another adult (friend, family member) so you can have some alone time as well as plan a weekly outing with just your older daughter so you have that special 1-on-1 time!
I also feel this way at times but adding in a Swedish ladder, trampoline, or other things they can do independently helps a lot! Even just putting them in gymnastics, Soccer or other high energy activity! You are doing great and it's okay to tell your kiddo that you are tired and need a break. ❤
How early is this recognized by medical professionals? I feel like I’ve mentioned my 1 year old does not sit still and is GO GO GO and I feel like it’s brushed off as normal toddler.
It depends on if the pediatrician is aware of these challenges or not .. many are not! A 1 year should be on the go most of the time though - toddlers are meant to move a LOT and we don't expect them to "sit and focus" for more than a couple of minutes at a time!
If you enjoyed the video and want to dive deeper into Sensory Diets, make sure to check out our full course on understanding and creating sensory diets! 👇harkla.co/products/sensory-diet-course
Girls, I love your channel! I’ve been watching you for about a year now. I have a SPD sensory seeking 7yo and a little 2 years old in my house and we LOVE your recommendations/ suggestions! Thank you for your work!❤️❤️❤️
We're so glad you're here! And so happy to hear that this is helpful for you and your family!
Thank u for what u do. I think u may have saved my life with your channel!
So glad you're here!
Im a new subscriber and I already llove your videos. They’re super informative and detailed. I’m currently on your site because I need all the help I can get for not just my kiddo, but myself, too. ❤
So glad it's helpful! Reach out anytime!
These are great tips for the home. Do you have classroom tips for teachers? Thanks!
We have a LOT of helpful videos and podcast episodes for teachers! We also have a full course as well as this free webinar! harkla.co/pages/classroom-sensory-strategies-webinar-registration-2024
Where do I find the checklist?
It's linked in the description!
Here you go! harkla.co/pages/opt-in-yt-freebie-sensory-preferences-checklist?_ab=0&key=1697046717530
I have Septo Optic Dysplasia, which caused me to be born totally blind and it causd me to be on the autism spectrum. I’m a sensory seeker. Mainly my sensory seeking includes my senses of hearing, touch, vestibular, proprioception, and I think the interoceptive system as well, but I’m not sure about that one. I’m always touching everything because of being blind and having autism. Blindness really plays a big roll in sensory. I think blindness and autism are equal for me when it comes to the sensory system.
Thank you for sharing!
How do I get a referral for OT for my 5 year old?
Talk to your pediatrician and tell them you're concerned about your child's development and want to get an OT evaluation!
My child is 18 months, is that too young to consider him a sensory seeker? Some of his behaviors seem like they are just typical toddler needs - but he fits a lot of this to a T and is a lot more intense than his peers in these ways.
Toddlers can definitely show signs of sensory seeking! Toddlers are made to move, but anyone can be a seeker! Check out our free infant and toddler webinar, it might be helpful! harkla.co/pages/infant-sensory-development-webinar-registration
My daughter is getting older and requiring more and more movement. I don’t have the energy to keep up anymore. Then I get sad because she is attached to my hip and I have a one year-old who wants my attention. But my oldest wants more and more and more. I involve tons of movement, but it’s never enough.
Definitely try some of these on a daily basis if possible! Allow her to choose which activities she wants to try. Maybe start practicing "quiet, alone time" for a few minutes each day. See if you can get some help from another adult (friend, family member) so you can have some alone time as well as plan a weekly outing with just your older daughter so you have that special 1-on-1 time!
I also feel this way at times but adding in a Swedish ladder, trampoline, or other things they can do independently helps a lot! Even just putting them in gymnastics, Soccer or other high energy activity! You are doing great and it's okay to tell your kiddo that you are tired and need a break. ❤
How early is this recognized by medical professionals? I feel like I’ve mentioned my 1 year old does not sit still and is GO GO GO and I feel like it’s brushed off as normal toddler.
It depends on if the pediatrician is aware of these challenges or not .. many are not! A 1 year should be on the go most of the time though - toddlers are meant to move a LOT and we don't expect them to "sit and focus" for more than a couple of minutes at a time!
One thing about being real mother is her whole regulation is totally connected with kids regulations