Sensory W.I.S.E. Solutions Podcast for Parents (Laura Petix, The OT Butterfly)
Explore every episode of Sensory W.I.S.E. Solutions Podcast for Parents
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| 21 Feb 2022 | Conscious Discipline with a Neurodivergent Child | 01:04:58 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Join me and the amazing Mr. Chazz Lewis as he educates us on what Conscious Discipline is, and what it isn't...and more importantly, how you can apply conscious discipline methods to a neurodivergent child.
Transcript/show notes at www.theotbutterfly.com/25 instagram: @TheOTButterfly www.instagram.com/theotbutterfl email: LauraPetix@TheOTButterfly.com work with me: www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Conscious Discipline Books: “Easy to Love Difficult to Discipline” Work with Mr. Chazz: www.patreon.com/mrchazz Mr. Chazz TikTok: www.tiktok.com/mrchazzmrchazz Mr. Chazz Instagram: @mrchazz Mr. Chazz Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mr-chazzs-leadership-parenting-and-teaching-podcast/id1525418064 **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 28 Feb 2022 | The ABA Therapy Controversy | 00:33:17 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! As an Occupational Therapist, I get asked all the time what my thoughts are on ABA, and if I think ABA is harmful. Keep reading to learn more about an OT’s perspective on ABA therapy, some alternatives to ABA therapy, and how to ensure your Autistic child can thrive even if they are in ABA therapy. ABA (Applied behavioral analysis) therapy is a type of intervention where people are trained in behavioral analysis and use that lens to manipulate (either increase a certain behavior or reduce another behavior) behaviors in children, it’s most often used and associated with Autistic children. I’ll be talking about my thoughts on ABA as an intervention for Autistic children, and discuss the practices that have made ABA seem harmful to the Autistic community. Transcript/show notes at www.theotbutterfly.com/26 instagram: @TheOTButterfly www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly email: LauraPetix@TheOTButterfly.com work with me: www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult ABA & PTSD research article: https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/AIA-08-2017-0016/full/html?fbclid=IwAR3vN0MwnuJKqtpB1ml0W3WdY5wqofD_3XvsqwfNhtnaQvbxQxM2IVzwGlo **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 04 Apr 2022 | Dr. Tina Bryson on: Bed time battles-practical strategies and when to work with OT | 01:03:42 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Dr. Tina Bryson is going to share some strategies to help you with night time routine struggles. We’ll also talk about how this might look different or be a little harder with a neurodivergent child, and when you might benefit from seeking support from an Occupational Therapist. Episode Links: instagram: @TheOTButterfly www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly email: LauraPetix@TheOTButterfly.com work with me: www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult
Connect with Dr. Bryson: https://www.instagram.com/tinapaynebryson/ https://www.facebook.com/TinaPayneBrysonPhD https://twitter.com/tinabryson Links for Dr. Bryson's Center https://www.instagram.com/at_the_Center/ https://www.facebook.com/thecfcn **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 11 Apr 2022 | Development of handwriting skills and when to Seek OT Support | 00:27:10 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Did you know that handwriting development depends on a solid foundation of sensory processing skills? Really, all of our motor output (both gross and fine motor) become refined and developed after sensory skills have been established. So, it’s pretty common for some kids with handwriting challenges to have underlying sensory processing issues. In this episode, we’ll talk about: common handwriting development struggles, when it’s time to seek OT support for handwriting challenges, and how OT can help with handwriting challenges. Links: Transcript/show notes at www.theotbutterfly.com/28 instagram: @TheOTButterfly www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly email: LauraPetix@TheOTButterfly.com work with me: www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 18 Apr 2022 | Why your child is a picky eater, and when to seek help. | 00:26:36 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Happy OT month! In the U.S., we are celebrating the field of Occupational Therapy in April, and I’m celebrating it by spreading awareness about all the wonderful ways OT can help people be successful in their everyday lives. I recently did an episode on handwriting, which was episode 29. Today we are talking about picky eating, a topic that MANY parents face at one point in their parenting journey. Some parents’ journey with their child’s picky eating is a little more severe than others, and we’re going to cover it all today. We’ll talk about the skills that are required for eating, how sensory processing is related to eating, how OT helps picky eating, and lastly when it’s time to seek support from an OT. **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 25 Apr 2022 | How to get started with OT & how it can change your life | 00:30:32 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! In honor of OT month, I’ve spent all month diving deeper into some common topics and ways that OT can help support you and your child in daily tasks or activities. For this final episode, I’m going to talk about the best routes for you to get started working with an OT, and also feature some VIP parents who shared some amazing testimony about how OT has changed their life. Sensory Is Behavior Mini Course for Parents: www.theotbutterfly.com/behavior instagram: @TheOTButterfly www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly email: LauraPetix@TheOTButterfly.com work with me: www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 02 May 2022 | Talking about neurodiversity with family or friends | 00:20:30 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note!
instagram: @TheOTButterfly www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly email: LauraPetix@TheOTButterfly.com New- Sensory Is Behavior course: www.theotbutterfly.com/behavior Instagram small sensory cup reel work with me: www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 09 May 2022 | Behind the scenes: Morning routine | 00:31:22 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! If you follow me on instagram, you know that mornings before school are the hardest times for us. Now I'm letting you in to witness what a mostly typical morning sounds like for us. **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 16 May 2022 | 3 mistakes you might be making with your sensory sensitive child | 00:27:07 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! In this episode, I share clips from my recent masterclass that talks about the 3 biggest mistakes I see parents make with their sensory sensitive child (I have made these mistakes as well!) instagram: @TheOTButterfly www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly email: LauraPetix@TheOTButterfly.com Watch the masterclass until May 20th: www.theotbutterfly.com/masterclass Join the summer SWS cohort: www.theotbutterfly.com/wisesummer **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 23 May 2022 | When sticker charts backfire | 00:31:24 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Sticker charts, reward charts, token systems almost always work, until they don't. instagram: @TheOTButterfly www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly email: LauraPetix@TheOTButterfly.com work with me: www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 30 May 2022 | Update on our eval journey | 00:32:10 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! You've heard me say the system is broken, but did you know it's broken even for those of us who work IN the system? As a pediatric OT, I have had to jump through hurdles and hoops just to get medical professionals to actively listen to my concerns about my daughter. instagram: @TheOTButterfly www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly email: LauraPetix@TheOTButterfly.com work with me: www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 06 Jun 2022 | Quiet time for kids: Why you need it and how to start | 00:28:22 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Even when young children drop their last nap, research shows it’s still important for their brain to have downtime and to rest. Transcript/show notes at www.theotbutterfly.com/36 instagram: @TheOTButterfly www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly email: LauraPetix@TheOTButterfly.com work with me: www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Research: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/1745691612447308 Research: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/mental-downtime/ Hatch light: https://amzn.to/3an60Rf **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 13 Jun 2022 | How to talk to your child about their neurodiversity | 00:21:10 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! When you have a child who’s neurodivergent, should you talk to them about their neurodiversity? When should you talk to them about their neurodiversity? And most importantly, HOW do you talk to them about it? All those questions answered in this episode.
Work with me: www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Transcript/show notes at www.theotbutterfly.com/37 instagram: @TheOTButterfly www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Episode 31 How to talk to friends and family about neurodiversity email: LauraPetix@TheOTButterfly.com **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 20 Jun 2022 | 6 tricks to get your child to cooperate | 00:13:09 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Dealing with power struggles and push back from your child when you just want them to clean up, get dressed, brush their teeth or simply transition from one activity to the next can be exhausting. While I wish I had a child who would just do what I say when I say it with no tricks, unfortunately, I have a very opinionated, strong willed girl and sometimes I need to get creative with motivating her to do things, rather than pulling the “because I said so” card, which always ends in an battle. These are my top 6 tricks for getting your child to cooperate with non-preferred tasks. Links: Transcript/show notes at www.theotbutterfly.com/38 instagram: @TheOTButterfly www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly email: LauraPetix@TheOTButterfly.com work with me: www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 27 Jun 2022 | Clothing Sensitivities in Neurodivergent Children | 00:21:40 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Tags are too itchy, seams are too irritating, pants are either too tight or too loose; the shoes don't feel "just right". Whatever the clothing issue is, I've heard it all. As a pediatric Occupational Therapist, clothing sensitivities is one of the most common challenges I support in my professional practice and in my person life. Listen to this episode for my tips on knowing when you need to intervene and what some of my favorite strategies are. Transcript/show notes at www.theotbutterfly.com/39 instagram: @TheOTButterfly www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Free clothing sensitivity list: www.theotbutterfly.com/sensoryclothes email: LauraPetix@TheOTButterfly.com work with me: www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 04 Jul 2022 | The trauma experience in parenthood with Dr. Cassidy Freitas | 01:01:11 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! I’m interviewing the talented and brilliant, Dr. Casiddy Freitas. I was on her podcast last year and since then, we’ve been insta-friends, colleagues and we definitely share the same for you page on tiktok (if you follow her, you know what I mean!). If you don’t know her, Dr. Cassidy is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist offering virtual supportive therapy to parents in California. She's a mom to three and hosts the top-rated parenting podcast Holding Space. She has a special place in her heart for sensory sensitive kiddos, as she has two of her own and is married to a grown-up one too! You can learn more about her therapy practice at www.drcassidymft.com and you can connect with her on Instagram @drcassidy (www.instagram.com/drcassidy). You can find her podcast Holding Space here and on iTunes, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. Stay tuned to hear some GEMS that she shares about how trauma can show up in parenthood and some of the best practices to support yourself in those moments of stress. **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 11 Jul 2022 | Summer challenges from parenting experts (And podcast hiatus) | 00:09:21 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! I'll be taking a summer hiatus from podcasting and will return sometime in the fall of 2022. **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 19 Sep 2022 | The number one reason your kid hates hygiene tasks | 00:19:28 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Have you ever wondered why your kid hates hygiene tasks like taking a bath, washing their hair, brushing their teeth, and any other task that keeps them, you know, clean and hygienic? In this blog post, you’ll learn the main reason why they might hate it, especially if they’re sensory sensitive. Links to include: Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/42 The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Sensory W.I.S.E. Solutions enrollment: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/SWSFALL **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 26 Sep 2022 | Unscripted: My husband’s neurodivergent parenting experience | 00:51:13 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! I always get asked what kind of parent my husband is. People want to know if we use the same parenting style and if we don’t, how do we handle that conflict? People want to know what he thinks about our daughter’s neurodiversity and how he handles that. I asked him all those questions and more in this episode!
Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/podcast/43 The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 03 Oct 2022 | How to do Disneyland with SPD: Tips from an OT | 00:34:15 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! If you’ve been considering going to Disneyland with your Sensory kid, this is for you. Listen to learn tips and tricks from an OT mom so you can make the most out of your Disneyland trip with your neurodivergent child. This is specific to the California Disneyland Resort and California Adventure- Disneyworld and Disneyland Paris, Tokyo all have different attractions and rides, but some of this information may still be helpful, though the resources I share at the end may not be relevant. Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/44 The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Free Disneyland Sensory Ratings: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/disneyratings SPD Parent’s Survival Guide to Disneyland: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/disneyland Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 10 Oct 2022 | Why I hate whole body listening: Thoughts from an OT | 00:22:19 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Neurodivergent learners have different ways of learning and listening. They won’t always appear to be listening, and often get in trouble when they aren’t using “whole body listening”. Keep reading to find out why this is a big problem and what we should be doing instead.
The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult @nigh.functioning.autism on instagram https://www.instagram.com/nigh.functioning.autism **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 17 Oct 2022 | Struggling with school refusal? Here's what a therapist would do. | 00:45:55 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Do you have a child who refuses going to school and you either can’t figure out why or can’t figure out how to best help them? In this episode, Natasha Daniels educates us on what to do (what not to do) and general strategies for responding to school refusal. She also talks about some common school accommodations you can ask for to help your child have a more successful day. Natasha Daniels has been an anxiety & OCD therapist for over two decades. She has become the go-to global expert for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD. She combines both her clinical expertise with her lived experience of raising her own three kids with anxiety and OCD. She is the creator of the popular website AT Parenting Survival, As well as the host to the top rated show AT Parenting Survival Podcast and the Youtube channel, Anxiety & OCD Support. She also gives in-depth support to thousands of parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD in her online membership AT Parenting Community. Natasha is also the author ofAnxiety Sucks! A Teen Survival Guide , How to Parent Your Anxious Toddler, Social Skills Activities for Kids and It’s Brave to Be Kind.
The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 24 Oct 2022 | Unpopular opinion: Why you SHOULD redirect aggressive behavior in children | 00:19:38 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Are you struggling with aggressive behavior in children? When you have a neurodivergent child who has 20+ minute long, intense, aggressive meltdowns, sometimes you need to literally roll with the punches, AND keep everyone safe. How do you do that? Redirect those aggressive behaviors to safer alternatives, I’ll teach you how in this episode.
Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/podcast The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Demystifying meltdowns workshop **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 31 Oct 2022 | What you need to know about Autism and how to talk about it: with Andi Putt, SLP | 00:46:26 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Andi is a pediatric speech language pathologist who specializes in Autism assessment. She is neurodivergent and passionate about Autism advocacy. Andi works in public schools and owns MrsSpeechieP. Join us for this interview episode where we talk all things Autism- how to celebrate it, think about it and talk about it in 2022 from a neurodiverse affirming perspective. Secondly, you’ll hear Andi talk a lot about subtle signs and less common traits of Autism and if you don’t have a child with a diagnosis yet or this is something on your mind, know that if you resonate with some things in this episode, it doesn’t automatically mean your child is on the spectrum. We just want to spread awareness and education on all the different ways Autistic individuals can learn and behave so we can be more inclusive in our interactions with them in daily life. Links: The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 07 Nov 2022 | 6 Tips for vacation with a neurodivergent child | 00:20:39 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! A vacation with a neurodivergent child doesn’t always scream relaxation, and it certainly doesn’t even scream regulation- but we can change that narrative. There are things to put in place before you go on vacation and even some in-the-moment strategies and modifications you can make to your trip in order to set your neurodivergent child up for success. Listen to the episode for my top 6 tips for going on vacation with a neurodivergent child. Links Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/49 The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 14 Nov 2022 | The bridge to conscious parenting with a neurodivergent child: with Kendra Williams | 00:43:59 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Listen in on my conversation with Kendra Williams, a silicon valley professional turned Motherhood Coach. She specializes in helping women navigate the identity shift that occurs when women enter Motherhood. She is a certified conscious parent coach, master practitioner of NLP and Mama Rising facilitator. In this episode, we talk about the journey of becoming a conscious parent to a neurodivergent child and how we both have had to reconcile with our early visions of what we thought motherhood would be like.
The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Kendra’s resources: https://bio.site/its.kendrawilliams **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 28 Nov 2022 | Breaking holiday traditions: What I’m doing differently with my neurodivergent child. | 00:13:47 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! If you have a neurodivergent child who tends to get overstimulated, overwhelmed and dysregulated around gift-giving time during the holidays, you’re not alone. Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/podcast The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Instagram video on talking about neurodiversity with loved ones. **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 21 Nov 2022 | When it's time to ask for help for your neurodivergent child | 00:21:46 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! So you’ve identified your child may be differently wired, or neurodivergent. Now what? When is it time to seek support for your neurodivergent child? Who do you seek support from? Links: Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/podcast The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Thanksgiving week sales: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/thanksgiving **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 05 Dec 2022 | A candid conversation on parenthood with Dr. Ann Louise Lockhart | 01:10:33 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Ever wondered what a psychologist and an OT sound like when they get together and have a casual conversation about parenthood? Well here’s your invitation to hang out with Dr. Ann Louise Lockhart and me as we chatted together during our mom’s weekend getaway. In our conversation, we touch on some of the following topics:
The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Get in contact with Dr. Lockhart: https://www.anewdaysa.com **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 12 Dec 2022 | The "size of the problem" lesson & why I don't use it anymore | 00:27:38 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! The size of the problem is a common lesson therapists and teachers use to teach kids emotional regulation skills. As I have learned more about the neurodivergent community, I’ve started thinking about this lesson in a different late and want to share that with you in this episode. Don’t worry, it’s not all bad! Links: Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/54 The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 19 Dec 2022 | Do this one thing before you seek professional support for your child. | 00:19:26 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! When parents find themselves in a space where they’re desperate for answers and solutions to help their neurodivergent child, they often forget one important step. Here’s a hint, it has to do with checking in with yourself! Listen to the episode to find out more. Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/55 The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 02 Jan 2023 | Top down vs. Bottom up approach | 00:22:11 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Have you ever heard of occupational therapists use terms like “top down and bottom up approach” to working with behaviors in neurodivergent children? This episode will teach you the difference between the two and help you understand the pros and cons to each approach. The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Get on the waitlist for Sensory W.I.S.E. Solutions : https://www.theotbutterfly.com/waitlist **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 09 Jan 2023 | Re-air: Accommodation vs Exposure for Sensory Kids | 00:22:29 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! So you have a sensory sensitive child who’s sensitive to seams of socks, mushy textured food, messy play, or toilets flushing. What should you do? Transcript/show notes at www.theotbutterfly.com/19 instagram: @TheOTButterfly www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly website/blog: www.theotbutterfly.com email: LauraPetix@TheOTButterfly.com work with me: www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Waitlist for Sensory W.I.S.E. Solutions Program: www.theotbutterfly.com/waitlist Buy me a coffee & me a question for a future episode: www.theotbutterfly.com/coffee **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 15 Jan 2023 | How this mom helped her sensory sensitive son gain confidence and find joy | 00:50:09 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! You’ve heard me share my own story and progress as I work to support my neurodivergent daughter at home, and you’ve heard me share stories of other families I’ve helped support… but for the first time ever, you get to hear directly from another parent about their entire story. Listen to this episode to hear Carrie share Will’s story and how he went from anxious meltdowns about bath time to jumping into the lake with a huge smile on his face and becoming the confident kid he is today. Links : Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/podcast The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Join the S.W.S. Winter 2023 cohort: www.theotbutterfly.com/swswinter **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 23 Jan 2023 | Is low self esteem and SPD linked? | 00:21:11 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! One of my absolute favorite books is The Out of Sync Child from Carol Kranowitz. If you haven’t read it yet, and you want to learn more abut SPD in a really easy to understand way, then check out this book. One of the post it notes that I have from when I still read it was the one with the quote, on page 28, “low self-esteem is one of the most telling symptoms of Sensory Processing Disorder.” and this is in the section of the book where she talks about all the social and emotional challenges that are often associated with SPD. Today I want to unpack that idea and call to light some of the reasons why I think this is the case, based on my personal experience as a parent to a child with sensory needs, and as a clinician who’s worked with hundreds of kids over the past 7 years.
Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/podcast The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 30 Jan 2023 | Learning from my mistakes: Neurodivergent playdate edition | 00:30:18 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! We had our first experience of a family play-date hang out at our house and, it went way worse than I ever could have imagined. I knew meltdowns would be possible, but I’ve never seen my daughter explode completely in front of new people before. In this episode, you’ll hear 2 parts: My initial, next day raw reaction with very vulnerable thoughts… and then a 2nd part where I come back a few weeks later after having processed my thoughts about it (both with my therapist and internally) and sharing some tips in general for anyone else who plans to have a playdate.
The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 06 Feb 2023 | Interoception: the missing piece to emotional regulation | 00:11:55 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Have you ever heard of interoception? It’s one of the 8 senses and it’s responsible for alerting us of our internal sensations, such as heart beat, hunger/thirst, fullness cues, aches, pains and other miscellaneous sensations. Have you ever said “I have butterflies in my tummy” or “My heart dropped”? Those sensations are interoception signals to your brain and it’s highly linked to emotional regulation. Listen to this episode to find out exactly how it’s linked to emotional regulation and some quick ways to start helping your child today.
Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/61 The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Kelly Mahler: https://www.kelly-mahler.com Sitting Still like a Frog: https://www.shambhala.com/sittingstilllikeafrog/ **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 13 Feb 2023 | Behind the scenes: After a "worry-bug" meltdown | 00:30:22 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! I often preach about spending time after the meltdown to help your child “fill in the blanks” for some things you may have to do during a meltdown (like leave the room, hold a boundary). In this episode, I give you a behind the scenes listen to how that actually plays out in ur house and my play-by-play reflection and reasoning for everything I said. The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult 5 finger breathing demonstration **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 20 Feb 2023 | Proprioception: what is it and how does it support my child? | 00:19:04 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! What exactly is proprioceptive input and why do Occupational Therapists keep talking about it? If you’ve never heard of the term proprioceptive input, you might have heard of “heavy work” which is the more commonly used term. Keep reading to find out what proprioceptive input is, and why it’s probably the answer to some of your sensory regulation questions.
The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 27 Feb 2023 | How to get started with a sensory lifestyle in 5 easy steps | 00:22:23 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Description (buzz sprout & meta): We all benefit from using sensory supports throughout our day (regardless of neurotype). However, some individuals, particularly neurodivergent individuals with sensory processing disorder need a more specialized, proactive and consistent schedule of sensory input throughout their day, which is often referred to as a sensory lifestyle. Listen to this episode to learn:
Links Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/64 The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 06 Mar 2023 | Re-air: Is it Sensory or is it Behavior? | 00:20:37 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! This is a re-air of episode 20. I’m here to end that debate once and for all. Well, maybe not end it, but at least help you reframe it. Because what the real question should be is “What is it my child is trying to communicate with me right now?” Listen to this episode to hear more about the sensory and behavior link.
Grab the course: www.theotbutterfly.com/behavior Transcript/show notes at www.theotbutterfly.com/65 instagram: @TheOTButterfly www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly website/blog: www.theotbutterfly.com **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 13 Mar 2023 | From whole body listening to everyday regulation with Elizabeth Sautter | 00:42:46 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! This week I get to share the great conversation I had with Elizabeth Sautter, an SLP who specializes in social communication, emotional regulation and executive functioning for over 25 years. She strives to provide neurodiverse affirming therapy, training, resources and an online course for parents with a passion to make it simple and sprinkled into everyday life as an “add IN”, not an add “ON” to everyday routines and activities. She’s an author of Make Social and Emotional Learning Stick! Practical Activities to Manage Emotional, Navigate Social Situations and Reduce Anxiety (elizabethsautter.com). She is a collaborator and trainer with The Zones of Regulation team and co-author of The Zones storybook set, Tools to Try card decks and Navigating the Zones game. She strongly believes in supporting regulation and advocacy for all individuals (everydayregulation.com). She resides in California, with her husband, two sons, dog and cat.
Links: Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/66 The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Download the template to email your child’s teacher Episode on my issues with Whole Body Listening https://www.instagram.com/elizabeth.sautter/ https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethSautterMACCCSLP More information about the Larry Resources: EverydayRegulation.com **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 20 Mar 2023 | Unscripted: Update on our clothing sensitivity journey | 00:21:13 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Here’s a quick update on how our sensitivity to clothing journey has progressed, including the most game-changing hack I got Liliana to try (and hope it might save you some meltdowns in the future as well) Grab the from stressed to dressed clothing guide Blog post on clothing sensitivity Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/podcast The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 27 Mar 2023 | Why you shouldn’t worry about your preschooler’s handwriting skills, with Susie Allison, M.Ed. | 00:48:35 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! If you’ve ever worried about your preschooler’s handwriting skills and whether or not they’ll be able to write their name or their ABCs by kindergarten, let us (a pediatric Occupational Therapist and a former teacher with a Masters in Early Childhood Education) put your mind at ease. You might be shocked to realize that some of the expectations placed on kindergarteners and young learners isn’t actually backed by evidence. This episode will give you insights into how handwriting is actually developed, what underlying skills we should be focusing on and how to start that conversation with your child’s school or teacher. Susie is a former teacher with a Master's in Early Childhood Education and a mom to 3 kids. She taught kindergarten and first grade for 8 years, and was also a math and reading curriculum specialist for a large school district outside of Seattle. Her mission is to bring hands-on play and learning back to childhood, support others in their parenting journey, and help everyone make it to nap time. Susie’s parenting book “Busy Toddler’s Guide to Actual Parenting” is available on Amazon and she also created Playing Preschool- a homeschool preschool curriculum. In this episode, you’ll learn:
Links: Companion blog post (email template to teachers is at the bottom): https://busytoddler.com/learning-handwriting/ Susie’s instagram: https://www.instagram.com/busytoddler Susie’s PlayingPreschool program The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 03 Apr 2023 | The role of OT in a school based setting: unpacking IEPs and 504 plans with Casey Waugh, MS OTR/L | 00:52:32 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! It's Occupational Therapy month and we are celebrating by highlighting some of the ways you can get OT support for your children. Today we're talking about OT support through the public school system, specifically in the United States. This episode covers basic information about IEP services and 504 plans, how they differ and how to effectively create a support team that has your child's best interests in mind. Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/69 The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Book a free consult with Casey **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 10 Apr 2023 | How to advocate for OT with your pediatrician: with Dr. Krupa Playforth | 00:48:04 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! In honor of Occupational Therapy month, I’m interviewing Dr. Krupa Playforth to help us understand the challenges parents and doctors face when it comes to referring kids with sensory needs to OT. Dr. Playforth and I will unpack from a parent perspective, therapist and pediatrician perspective and give tips on specific questions to ask/what to say in order to best advocate for OT services with your pediatrician. Dr Playforth is a board-certified pediatrician (and a mother of 3) who believes every parent deserves clear, evidence-based, nuanced answers to their child health questions. Although social media and the internet are powerful tools, they can also be a mine of misinformation. Using a combination of sincerity, dry humor, and practical tips from her own experience as a mother, she created The Pediatrician Mom - a safe space and resource full of free information for parents on everything from milestones and constipation to ADHD and COVID. Dr Playforth can be reached at www.thepediatricianmom.com or on social media (@thepediatricianmom).
The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Find more from Dr. Playforth www.thepediatricianmom.com www.instagram.com/thepediatricianmom **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 17 Apr 2023 | Re-Air: How to make the most of Occupational Therapy Services | 00:40:44 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Happy OT month! To continue our celebration, I'm re-airing an episode that gives you information on not only accessing OT in the US, but how to leverage and make the most out of the OT services you may already be getting for your child. Links: Work with me: www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Transcript/show notes at www.theotbutterfly.com/24 instagram: @TheOTButterfly www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 24 Apr 2023 | Neurodiversity and interoception with Kelly Mahler, MS OTR/L | 00:49:09 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Today I got to ask Kelly Mahler (aka the QUEEN of interoception) all about the 8th sense and how our experiences of interoception differ so much across individuals, but especially within the neurodivergent community. Kelly Mahler OTD, OTR/L, earned a Doctorate in Occupational Therapy from Misericordia University, Dallas, PA. She has been an occupational therapist for 20 years, serving school-aged children and adults. Kelly is winner of multiple awards, including the 2020 American Occupational Therapy Association Emerging and Innovative Practice Award & a Mom’s Choice Gold Medal. She is an adjunct faculty member at Elizabethtown College, Elizabethtown, PA as well as at Misericordia University, Dallas, PA. Kelly is a co-principal investigator in several research projects pertaining to topics such as interoception, self-regulation, trauma & autism.
Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/72 More from Kelly: www.kelly-mahler.com The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 01 May 2023 | When your parenting styles differ from your partner’s: Tips from a Clinical Psychologist | 00:39:14 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Dr. Tracy Dalgleish helps empower women and couples to improve their communication and build strong and healthy connections with themselves and their partner through therapy, wellness seminars, and her work outside of the therapy room. She contributes to popular media sites, including Motherly, Huffington Post, and Bustle. In addition to hosting the podcast, “I’m not your shrink” where she dives deeper into clinical knowledge and research in a relatable and informal way, her book “I Didn’t Sign Up For This: Stories of Unlocking Old Patterns and Finding Joy in Your Relationship” will be available in September 2023. A mom of two young children and owner of Ottawa’s mental health clinic, Integrated Wellness, she knows what it means to balance the full load. In this episode, we talked about
Dr. Tracy website Detecting Dysregulation free training & community: www.theotbutterfly.com/training The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 08 May 2023 | How to talk to kids about their nervous system | 00:32:12 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Educating your kids about how their brain and bodies work can be a game changer when it comes to supporting their regulation. When we give them the cheat sheet to how their brain works, they can start to understand why certain things are hard for them, and why they may have certain quirks or behaviors. More importantly, when we educate our kids about how their brain and bodies work, it can give them the language to self advocate with peers or other adults around them and give them the motivation to try the strategies that will support their regulation.
Links: Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/74 The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Join the Sensory Detectives Boot camp: www.theotbutterfly.com/bootcamp **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 15 May 2023 | Unscripted: Trust the process | 00:27:39 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! In this unscripted episode, I catch you up to speed with where we are with emotional and sensory regulation. Spoiler alert- Liliana is THRIVING. I talk about some of the big, foundational, anchoring concepts we focused on that I feel have made a huge impact in getting to where we are today.
Links: The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Register for the masterclass: www.theotbutterfly.com/masterclass **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 22 May 2023 | 4 steps to supporting your child’s sensory sensitivities | 00:13:38 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Do you have a child who avoids, is fearful of, or has meltdowns around sensory triggers related to:
This episode takes you through my 4 step process (W.I.S.E.) to supporting them through this at home! The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Register for the free masterclass: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/masterclass **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 29 May 2023 | Unscripted: Interviewing my 5 year old about emotional regulation & sensory sensitivity | 00:19:22 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Tune in for this short but sweet episode where I interviewed my 5 year old about some of the things we talk about often at home, including
Links: **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 05 Jun 2023 | Repair & Restitution: why it’s important and how to do it, with Myla Leinweber B.Ed, M.Ed, PCI Certified Parent Coach | 00:43:32 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Tune in to this episode to learn about:
With Myla Leinweber B.Ed, M.Ed, PCI Certified Parent Coach Myla is a mom of two young girls, a former kindergarten teacher and supports parents of young kids to enjoy parenting more and create long lasting connected relationships. When she’s not helping parents, she’s on her skis, mountain bike or yoga mat, or having a dance party with her family in the kitchen.
Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/78 **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 12 Jun 2023 | Using music as a vehicle to support the neurodivergent brain, with Diana Cameron of Kindermusik | 00:47:24 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Kindermusik is a purposefully created multisensory music and movement program for ages 0-7 that provides neurodivergent children the opportunity to improve in all learning areas by consciously stimulating the whole brain. Kindermusik creates shared research-based curricula that:
while providing early development strategies that are memorable, playful, and fun. Diana has been working with neurodivergent children for over 30 years using music as a vehicle for change. She has a background in music, early childhood, learning differences, and sound therapy. Her personal and professional life has always been involved with children and adults with additional needs. For the past 25 years, Diana has taught the Kindermusik curricula. Diana has seen firsthand the profound impact carefully crafted music programs can have on children and the neurodivergent brain.
Links: Diana's book: https://www.amazon.com/Insights-into-Autism-window-Childs/dp/0645389234/ **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 19 Jun 2023 | Giftedness and Neurodiversity with Caitlin Greer Meister | 00:51:40 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! One of the big topics I talk about and something i joke will be written on my tomb stone one day is “Sensory is behavior” i’m always trying to reframe the debate “is it sensory or is it behavior?” because everything that we’re noticing our kids do is a behavior, but what parents/teachers want to get to the root of is “is this kid doing this thing on purpose or is it out of their control?” So what I try to reframe for them is is the behavior being driven by a sensory trigger- OR is it being driven by something ELSE. And that something else can be cognitive disabilities, learning differences, need for connection, communication differences etc- and while I always call those reasons out, I rarely get to dive into those and unpack it, because I heavily talk about all the ways sensory can impact learning. So today we get to hear more of the “other” reasons that behavior might be happening.
Follow Caitlin on Instagram @caitlingreermeister or visit joyfullylearning.com for more information. In this episode, you’ll learn:
Episode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/80 The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 26 Jun 2023 | How to support regulation around the summer break transition | 00:24:53 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! The transition to summer comes with so many emotions and behaviors, it can be really exhausting. There are ways to support your neurodivergent child through this transition. In this episode, you’ll learn:
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| 22 Jun 2023 | Kids are ready- a conversation with Jelani Memory, founder and CEO of A Kids Co | 00:52:21 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! I wanted to create a kids book about neurodiversity not only to help our neurodivergent kids feel seen and represented in a positive light, BUT also to help educate the greater population, the neurotypical population about what neurodiversity means- to foster more inclusion, to take control of the narrative about neurodiversity and change it more from a conversation centered around ableism and make it more about just differences- having a different brain is not bad; it’s just different. My vision is for this book to be on shelves of classrooms, clinics, bedrooms, libraries…. All over the world so we can take the pressure off of making neurodivergent individuals act more neurotypical, and instead create opportunities for neurotypical individuals to learn to accommodate and live alongside neurodivergent individuals just as they are.
Jelani Memory is the founder and CEO of A Kids Co., a media company that creates books and podcasts to help kids and their grownups have meaningful conversations about things that matter. He is also the author of the bestselling book A Kids Book About Racism. Mr. Memory is a passionate advocate for diversity, equity, and inclusion. He believes that all kids deserve to see themselves represented in the stories they read and hear, and that books can be a powerful tool for starting important conversations about race, identity, and social justice. He has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and NPR. He lives in his hometown Portland, Oregon with his wife and six children. Links: **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 25 Sep 2023 | After school regulation ideas for neurodivergent kids | 00:24:56 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Many of us are back into the swing of things at school, and with that comes so much more dysregulation! In this season premiere episode, we’re talking about where that dysregulation comes from and how you can try to get ahead of it (key word: try!). You’ll learn:
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| 02 Oct 2023 | Using “sensory layering” to enhance nervous system regulation | 00:10:21 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Have you ever used a combination of sensory inputs and sensory tools to build this ultimate, customized sensory strategy for your child? Mixing and matching, adding on or taking away sensory input?
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| 09 Oct 2023 | Social stories for kids: What, why, how? | 00:18:28 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Have you ever wondered how to help your child understand or process a certain life event, like when a pet dies, or when a friend moves away? Or maybe you’ve wondered what’s the best way to prepare your child for something that’s going to happen like moving houses, welcoming a new sibling to the family or even going to the dentist? Perhaps you’ve needed to find a way to talk about a certain behavior or challenge that keeps coming up, like learning how to share toys with a sibling or how to ask someone to play. My answer to these are- social stories! And that’s what we’re here to talk about today. **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 16 Oct 2023 | Why Is Your Child Acting Out? Uncovering 'The Gap' in Behavior | 00:20:26 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Are you searching for the answers to help stop a certain behavior that keeps coming up for your child? Maybe they’re always hitting or yelling; maybe they are getting notes sent home from school that they’re not paying attention or keeps disrupting class. Before you can look for solutions to stop the behavior, you need to understand why the behavior is occurring. And the first place to look for the answer to that question is in “the gap”. Listen to this episode to hear how I talk about the “gap where behavior lives”. You’ll learn:
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| 23 Oct 2023 | Ask These 4 Questions to Identify Your Child's Dysregulation Patterns | 00:33:12 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! We talk a lot about noticing when your child becomes dysregulated and paying attention to their behaviors so you can identify a pattern, but what if the pattern isn't obvious? **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 30 Oct 2023 | Unscripted: Am I neurodivergent? | 00:35:11 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! It all started when a 4th grader at my daughter’s school asked me if I’m neurodivergent after I finished doing a read aloud of my book to their school. And I don’t know why but I stumbled over my words. I kept thinking about it over and over again that day and then shared it to my stories with a question, am I neurodivergent? **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 06 Nov 2023 | Neurodiversity in Society: Embracing Differences for a Better Future (roundtable discussion) | 01:14:52 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! I recently had an open discussion with my instagram audience on whether or not someone with a clinical diagnosis of anxiety would be considered neurodivergent. This stemmed from an inner conflict I was experiencing and trying to decide– am I neurodivergent? I actually shared a more in depth view of where I stand on this topic personally and it’s in the previous episode, 88 if you want to go back and listen to that after this. This question brought up such great conversations in my DMs and I realized how nuanced this topic was, and how much I wanted to bring this discussion to a larger platform and to include different voices on the topic. So I reached out to some of my most respected peers in this space who all have some personal and professional tie to neurodiversity. I invited Dr. Cassidy Freitas (LMFT), Andi Putt (speech therapist) and Mr. Chazz (teacher of teachers and parenting coach) to join me for this round table episode. I asked questions like
Links: Mr. Chazz podcast episode: “Conscious Discipline with a ND child” Mr. Chazz podcast episode: “How to handle hitting with an OT” Dr. Cassidy podcast episode:” The trauma experience in parenthood” Dr. Cassidy podcast episode: “Raising a sensory sensitive child” Andi Putt podcast episode: “Celebrating Autism with a neurodiverse lens **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 13 Nov 2023 | Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance: Accommodating PDA Needs with Expert Casey Ehrlich | 01:07:50 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! In this episode, Laura Petix interviews Casey Ehrlich, a social scientist and expert in Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). Casey shares her personal story of discovering her son's PDA diagnosis and journey to understanding. She discusses PDA as a dysregulated nervous system perceiving threats to autonomy. Casey provides 5 key accommodation strategies for supporting PDA needs, including letting kids win games, using declarative language, strewing for engagement, letting go of demands for "please" and "thank you", and allowing kids to opt out. Laura asks challenging questions and Casey explains how to apply accommodations thoughtfully. Parents will learn practical ways to connect with their PDA kids through an autonomy-focused lens. This episode is invaluable for anyone seeking to understand and support the unique needs of children with Pathological Demand Avoidance.
What is PDA? What is like parenting a child with PDA? What are the best ways to accommodate a child with PDA? What are some resources to look further into PDA?
PDA parents podcast https://www.pdaparents.com/podcast - Sally Cat (writes on the internalized expression of PDA) - PDA Society (for journal articles on research about PDA) - “The declarative language handbook” 5 ways to accommodate a PDA child instagram post **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 20 Nov 2023 | Short, Sweet or Sassy Comeback Responses for Every Judgy Relative | 00:27:26 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! In this episode, I share my top comebacks for dealing with judgmental comments about parenting a neurodivergent child. As parents, we've all experienced unwanted advice or passive aggressive remarks from friends and family about our parenting style or our child's behavior. But it can be hard to know how to respond without causing conflict. I'll provide a variety of polite, informative, and sassy responses you can have in your back pocket for common comments like "My parents would never let me get away with that" or "Why don't you just try XYZ intervention?" You'll learn different ways to shut down shaming, set boundaries, and educate others without losing your cool. Whether you need neutral ways to handle helicopter relatives or spicy one-liners to use on particularly judgmental family members, this episode has the perfect comebacks to empower you to engage effectively while still keeping the peace. I'll also share tips for preventing problems and handling difficult conversations with tact. By the end, you'll feel prepared for any parenting critique this holiday season.
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| 27 Nov 2023 | The Truth About Labels: Understanding the Pros and Cons | 00:34:33 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! In this episode, I explore one of the most nuanced topics in parenting - the use of labels for children. As an OT and mom to a sensory sensitive child, I've seen firsthand both the pros and cons that labels can bring. I discuss my own journey in understanding different perspectives on labels and how my views have evolved. Listeners will gain insight into why labels are so meaningful to some, yet controversial to others. I also share strategies for effective advocacy and community-building regardless of stance on labels. My goal is to start respectful conversations that consider multiple truths on this issue. Ultimately, we must challenge stigma at its root by promoting education over assumptions. **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 04 Dec 2023 | Identifying Neurodiverse Affirming Therapists: Green Flags to look for | 00:40:12 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Listen in as I discuss important signs parents can look for to determine if a therapist or clinic is neurodiverse affirming so they can make the most informed decision when looking into therapy providers for their neurodivergent child. **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 11 Dec 2023 | Navigating Food Allergies with Compassion: A Conversation with the Asian Allergy Mom | 00:51:19 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! In this episode,I talk with Ina Chung, known as @theasianallergymom on Instagram. Ina shares her personal story of parenting her daughter who has food allergies to peanut, dairy and egg. She discusses how she educated herself on food allergies as a new mom and advocates tirelessly for inclusion of food allergy families. Ina offers practical tips and strategies for managing her daughter's allergies at school and in social settings. We also explore the intersections of food allergies and neurodiversity. This conversation provides valuable insights for both families living with food allergies as well as those wanting to better support their loved ones. You’ll walk away with actionable steps they can take to make food allergy families feel safe and included. **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 18 Dec 2023 | How to introduce neurodiversity and sensory tools to a general ed classroom | 00:24:10 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! It’s one thing to be able to identify the best supports, tools and accommodations for your neurodivergent child, but I find that implementing it successfully in the classroom isn’t always easy. One of the things I recommend parents or teachers to do is to spend some time introducing the entire classroom to sensory tools, what they are, who they’re for, and how they help. The idea is to normalize neurodiversity early on, so that when sensory tools or fidgets are being used by an ND student in the classroom, it’s less of a disruption, there’s less stigma and more overall acceptance and awareness that different brains are beautiful!
https://theotbutterfly.com/whole-body-listening/sws-podcast/ https://theotbutterfly.com/neurodiversity-talk-with-child/sws-podcast/ https://theotbutterfly.com/gifted/sws-podcast/ **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 01 Jan 2024 | Unscripted: My husband was the default parent for 17 days | 00:42:30 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Follow along as my husband and I do a quick recap of the 17 days I spent away from home while I was in the Philippines and Mark took on the role of default parent for our daughter Liliana. **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 08 Jan 2024 | How does sensory processing actually work? | 00:20:55 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! In this episode, I break down the basics of sensory processing in a step by step, easy to understand way. Learn how each of the 8 sensory inputs travel through our bodies, how the brain triggers a response and how that manifests in our behaviors. With this information, you’re ready to start tackling those behaviors from a more sensory informed lens! You’ll learn:
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| 15 Jan 2024 | So your child was just diagnosed, now what? | 00:20:51 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Listen to this episode if you’re looking for practical next steps after your child receives an autism, ADHD, anxiety or other DSM diagnosis. Listeners will learn how to navigate the many emotions that come with a diagnosis, as I validate the relief, validation but also overwhelmed, confused or worried feelings parents may experience. I recommend taking time to process the diagnosis before making major decisions. Then I outline a step-by-step approach, including re-reading evaluation reports, starting the process for school services if recommended, researching recommended therapies, and focusing research efforts on priority areas during waiting periods for services. My hope is that by laying out this plan, parents will feel less overwhelmed and more empowered to support their child following a diagnosis. **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 22 Jan 2024 | Kristi Palmer {KIVA founder} on de-stigmatizing cannabis use for millennial parents | 00:47:55 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! In this episode I chat with Kristi Palmer, founder of Kiva Confection edibles, about how cannabis products can be integrated into our busy lives as parents. Kristi shares how she uses edibles to manage the chaos of dinner time and her kids' bedtime routine. I also discuss how edibles help me relax in the evenings and get a great night's sleep. We talk about dosing, favorite products, educating kids, and more. If you've been curious about edibles but have reservations, give this episode a listen - it may give you the courage to try something new that could make your life a little easier! Kristi Palmer is the co-founder and President of Kiva Confections. In 2010, Kristi and Scott Palmer were on a mission to bring the highest-quality, safest, most delicious cannabis products to consumers and began making chocolate bars out of their California home kitchen. Now established leaders in the cannabis industry, pioneering product innovation and consumer education, the company is focused on growth and expansion. Kiva offers something for everyone with their award-winning Camino and Lost Farm gummies and fruit chews, Petra mints, Terra chocolate bites, and Kiva chocolate bars. The #1 edibles maker in California, Kiva’s products can be found in 10+ states and thousands of dispensaries across the U.S. Links: https://www.kivaconfections.com/blog/kristi-palmer-kiva-co-founder-and-canna-mom **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 29 Jan 2024 | 100 episodes “wiser” [with Liliana] | 00:25:38 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Welcome to the 100th episode of the sensory W.I.S.E. solutions podcast! I'm so excited to celebrate this milestone with all of you. In this special episode, I'll be reflecting on our journey so far and sharing some of my favorite episodes and key stats from the past 100 shows. You’ll also get to hear from my 6 year old, Lilliana who shares her perspective on neurodiversity and gives some advice to any kids with similar support needs out there. And she'll even read a few pages from my kids book, “A Kids book about neurodiversity”! Thanks so much for listening and supporting the podcast throughout its first 100 episodes. Here's to many more insightful discussions around sensory processing and neurodiversity. Episodes we talked about: **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 05 Feb 2024 | Understanding nervous system regulation with Dr. Joy Malik-Hasbrook | 00:42:28 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Dr. Joy and I chat about why nervous system regulation is so important for parents and kids to understand, and how you can start to explain it to them. We then touch on how you expand the knowledge of nervous system regulation into understanding that some brains and bodies are different, and their nervous system regulation (and finding the green energy) can look different for neurodivergent kids. Dr. Joy Malik-Hasbrook, PsyD (she/her), is a licensed clinical psychologist who helps children feel seen and grownups heal. She provides regulation and resiliency-based parenting support, specializes in neurodiversity assessments with kids, and presents on nervous system regulation and neurodiversity-affirming assessment. She is a mama of 2, a highly sensitive human, and biracial of South Asian Indian/white descent. She values integrating both Asian contemplative practices and contemporary psychology into her work and is committed to anti-oppressive practices. Dr. Joy understands how challenges with dysregulation create more distress. She believes that understanding nervous system regulation leads to compassion and resiliency and that all families should have access to this information—this book is a start!
https://www.drjoymalikhasbrook.com/ drjoy@drjoymalikhasbrook.com IG @drjoy_compassionateparenting **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 12 Feb 2024 | Making screen time work for your family with Ash Brandin, EdS | 00:54:53 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Let's normalize screen time use in whatever way works for your family. I know as parents we are CONSTANTLY bombarded by a list of shoulds and shouldn’ts and really big, click-baity headlines that really create a lot of fear and guilt among parents. You see this for almost every childhood concern, but I see it a lot around screens. And in 2024, we’re definitely not decreasing our kids’ exposure to screens so let’s lean into it a bit and really find out- do we really need to stress about limiting screen time? Are there differences between the screentime use our kids are having, and what does this say about neurodivergent kids?
Links: 20% pokpok discount using code 25OTBUTTERFLY **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 19 Feb 2024 | How to use exercise to regulate your nervous system with Dr. Shannon Ritchey | 00:44:08 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! We cannot co-regulate our kids if we aren’t regulated ourselves. And most of us (I’m raising both of my hands here) need to make extra effort to activate our parasympathetic nervous system because our sympathetic nervous systems can go into overdrive so quickly as parents to neurodivergent kids. Chronic dysregulation and chronic sympathetic nervous system activation is definitely a THING, our kids can experience, and we can too. And when we’re chronically dysregulated, literally everything in our day just becomes harder, less efficient, and we become crankier, more burnt out, and less able to access the best parenting skills. I put off creating an exercise routine for a long time because I just wasn’t the most active person and it didn’t motivate me- which I’ll share in the podcast, but trust me when I say- it’s true! It’s true what they say- consistent movement in a way that feels good to your body, that incorporates a good warm up and cool down can do WONDERS for your mental health, and I am truly a better parent and wife now that I have a fitness regime that works for me. This episode dives in to: > A little background on my workout journey > Why it’s important to NOT skip the cool down in an exercise program > What is gentle consistency (™) and how can it help you maintain an active lifestyle that works for you > How to get started with an exercise routine if you feel completely overwhelmed Links: Fit Body, Happy Joints podcast episodes Laura recommends: Productive vs. unproductive stress Nervous system tools to improve your results How to train your nervous system Code THEOTBUTTERFLY on www.evlofitness.com for 1 month free trial **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 26 Feb 2024 | Advice from a 6 year old (Lliana Q&A) | 00:26:06 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Liliana surprises me every single day. She’s intelligent, well spoken, mature, empathetic and so so caring. You can see all of those qualities through her in this episode, which was in part created by you who submitted questions for her to answer! In this episode, you’ll hear Liliana give advice about
And so much more! **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 04 Mar 2024 | Journey from Referral to Recommendations: what to expect (Tips from a Clinical Psychologist) | 00:44:18 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Dr. Alex Reed is a clinical psychologist who specializes in the assessment and support of neurodevelopmental diagnoses across the lifespan Alex and I are both contributors in Dr. Becky’s goodinside community- a movement and platform that we really enjoy supporting. Alex and I have so many sideline conversations about neurodiversity and are constantly sharing resources and posts that speak to our souls— they usually have to do with finding ND affirming care. So I invited Alex on today because she does most of her work within the more traditional DSM-medical model, so she can give us more insight into that lens… but more specifically, I invited her on because she and I have both been hearing about how many parents leave this process-their evaluation, their diagnosis with a referral to therapies they aren’t sure about, or they leave with more questions, or they leave feeling icky. I’m hoping Alex can peel back some of those layers for us today so we can understand a bit more about the process and the quote unquote system– and more importantly, what’s within our control as parents if we can ONLY access those services through “the system”- what are our options to help our neurodivergent kids thrive as they are? Find more from her on instagram @dr_alex_reed **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 11 Mar 2024 | The Nervous System Budget: a new way to think about accommodations for neurodivergent individuals | 00:15:08 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! I wanted to share a new concept I've been thinking about called the "nervous system budget." Basically, it's a way to visualize how different tasks and environments affect our nervous systems. I'll explain how we all have a limited amount of "nervous system cash" each day, and how certain things can cost more than others. **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 18 Mar 2024 | Brainstorming solutions WITH our kids, instead of for them. | 00:16:07 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! In this episode, I'm exploring an approach I've found really effective called collaborative problem-solving. I'll break down the steps so you can understand the process. And I'll share a real example from my own parenting journey - what happened when I tried validating my daughter's perspective and attacking the problem objectively (minimizing emotions) to find a creative solution that she could agree to? Collaborative problem solving has really shifted our dynamic from a battle of wills to a feeling of partnership. **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 25 Mar 2024 | Help! My child wakes up dysregulated. What do I do? | 00:18:30 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Parents, are you dealing with a kid who just constantly wakes up on the wrong side of the bed? NO matter what you do or offer them, they're just dysregulated no matter what.
**We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 01 Apr 2024 | How to provide regulation in a home with conflicting sensory needs | 00:20:34 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Do you feel pulled in multiple directions trying to meet the unique sensory needs of each child in your home? In this episode, I’ll dish my top strategies for balancing the often conflicting sensory profiles within families. You'll learn practical ways to create separate sensory spaces, set clear boundaries with alternatives, and rely on sensory layering to make any environment work for everyone. Whether you have an overstimulated child and a sensory avoider under the same roof or just struggle with dinner time chaos, you'll walk away with immediate tips you can start using tonight. By prioritizing inclusion, boundaries and regulation for all, you'll feel more confident in your ability to meet the needs of every unique individual in your home.
**We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 08 Apr 2024 | Why does my child hate changes in routine? | 00:19:51 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! In this episode, I dive into why some kids – especially neurodivergent ones – thrive on routine and struggle when things change. **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 15 Apr 2024 | Celebrating Occupational Therapy Month 2024 | 00:30:27 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Get ready for an info-packed episode on Occupational Therapy to celebrate this wonderful field in OT month (for U.S.). - Episode 93: How to identify neurodiverse affirming therapists and some green flags to look for - Episode 70: An interview with Dr. Krupa Playforth on advocating for OT with your pediatrician - Episode 24: Making the most out of OT services - Episode 69: Understanding IEPs and 504 plans in a school-based OT setting **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 22 Apr 2024 | Helping Kids Understand Occupational Therapy: A Guide for Parents | 00:19:51 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! As an OT, I often get asked how parents should explain why their child has to go to Occupational Therapy visits. **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 29 Apr 2024 | Why wiggle cushions AREN’T helping your child sit still | 00:16:40 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! This week I'm diving into some sneaky reasons why some sensory kids might be wigglers that have nothing to do with needing more movement. Prepare to get your mind blown as I break down the connection between core strength, posture, and focus. I'll also give you tons of do's and don'ts for supporting these kiddos in the classroom. By the end you'll be armed with all the deets to help your little learner shine without extra distractions. - The hidden connection between core strength, posture, and attention abilities - Common signs that weak core muscles may be to blame for fidgety behavior - Why approaches like weighted vests or inflated seating options can backfire - Practical seating solutions and positioning tips to support learning **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 06 May 2024 | How an Autism Diagnosis Saved Paige Layle's Life: Interview | 01:01:24 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Have you ever wondered what it’s like to live as an undiagnosed Autistic person living in a neurotypical world? Maybe you’re a parent to a nonspeaking child or a child who’s too young to be able to properly express their experience. Learning from actually Autistic adults is one of the most valuable things you can do for your Autistic child and other Autistic individuals in the world, and today, we’re lucky enough to be hearing from one of my favorite Autistic adult creators, Paige Layle. She just released her memoir, “But Everyone Feels this Way: How an Autism Diagnosis Saved My Life” and we’re diving into it today. You can buy her book at Target, amazon, or Hachette’s website and I highly recommend it! Trigger warning: Paige discusses her experience with thoughts of suicide. Please listen at your own discretion, and do not listen with your children around. Listen to this story to learn more about:
Link to Paige's book: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/paige-layle/but-everyone-feels-this-way/9780306831256/ **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 13 May 2024 | Helping Kids Thrive Outdoors with Nature-Based OT featuring Dr. Laura Park Figueroa | 00:55:43 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Tune in to hear us discuss the benefits of nature-based occupational therapy with Dr. Laura Park Figueroa. We explore how incorporating natural elements into therapy can help children build skills while regulating their nervous systems. I share some of my own experiences as an "indoor cat" to highlight how nature-based approaches aren’t always inherently sought out, but still incredibly important. Dr. Laura Park Figueroa, PhD, OTR/L is a pediatric occupational therapist with over 20 years of experience. She is the founder of Outdoor Kids OT, Inc., a nature-based pediatric practice, and Therapy in the Great Outdoors, LLC, an online hub for nature-based pediatric therapists of all kinds. Her PhD research examined the mechanisms of change at work in nature-based pediatric occupational therapy. You can connect with her on Instagram @lauraparkfig and follow Outdoor Kids OT @outdoorkidsot Resource she mentioned: “Last child in the woods” book “Balanced and Barefoot” by Angela Hanscom **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 20 May 2024 | Neurodivergent kids & birthday parties: the struggle is real | 00:30:36 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Whether attending other celebrations or hosting your own, birthday parties can often be overwhelming due to sensory and emotional regulation challenges. However, with proper preparation and accommodations, we can minimize distress and help our neurodivergent kids fully participate and enjoy the experience. In this episode, I'll share my go-to strategies for birthday party guest OR host preparation. **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 27 May 2024 | Why are restaurants so hard for my neurodivergent child and how can I help them? | 00:23:39 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Restaurants are a multi-sensory experience, and if you've got a neurodivergent child, you know that multi-sensory doesn't always necessarily mean a good thing. Between the sensory overload, confined space and social expectations of "behaving" in a restaurant, it makes sense why eating out as a family feels stressful for some families. Today I'll peel back the layers and talk about the specific triggers that are contributing to dysregulation, and give strategies to best support your children. Plus hacks for keeping busy at the table. **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 03 Jun 2024 | THC, CBD and Neurodiversity, with Dr. Miyabe Shields Ph.D. | 00:57:14 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Dr. Miyabe Shields, is a Ph.D. pharmaceutical scientist who specialized in the structural biochemistry of the endocannabinoid system for drug discovery. They have received national and international recognition for their pre-doctoral research in the endocannabinoid system and industrial accomplishments in the cannabis and emerging psychedelics industries. After co-founding a cannabis research startup post-PhD, they delved into rare extract and formulation research, exploring heat-transformed cannabinoids and developed a novel form of cannabis extraction. Miyabe transitioned to community education and science advocacy through social media and podcasts, reaching over 6 million people. Shifting away from production-focused roles, they now advocate for the therapeutic benefits of cannabis and psychedelics for neurodivergent brains. They co-founded the Network of Applied Pharmacognosy (NAP), a new research non-profit, to disseminate real-world applications of the synergies of nature by analyzing data and communicating research and educational information to the public. In this episode, we’ll talk all about the difference between ways to take in cannabis, the different ingredients, and how this can be helpful (or harmful) to various neurotypes. Again, please keep in mind- this is not medical advice. This is just a discussion between 2 neurodivergent adults who happen to use cannabis as a tool in our regulation toolbox, sharing our lived experience and clinical research.
Miyabe's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miyabephd/ Miyaboe's Research: https://www.appliedpharmacognosy.org/ **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 10 Jun 2024 | Your Body, Your Rules: Masturbation, Orgasms & intimacy with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish | 00:32:07 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! It’s 2024, self-pleasure, masturbation, orgasms…. It’s one of the most natural, fun, immediate ways to regulate our bodies, why should we be ashamed of it? Listen in to this unfiltered discussion about changes to intimacy after becoming parents and how burnt out, touched out moms can start getting bringing sexy back! Dr. Tracy Dalgleish helps empower women and couples to improve their communication and build strong and healthy connections with themselves and their partner through therapy, wellness seminars, and her work outside of the therapy room. She contributes to popular media sites, including Motherly, Huffington Post, and Bustle. In addition to hosting the podcast, “I’m not your shrink” where she dives deeper into clinical knowledge and research in a relatable and informal way, her book “I Didn’t Sign Up For This: Stories of Unlocking Old Patterns and Finding Joy in Your Relationship” is a fantastic resource, which I highly recommend. Dr. Tracy is a mom of two young children and owner of Ottawa’s mental health clinic, Integrated Wellness, she knows what it means to balance the full load. Learn more from Dr. Tracy: Dr. Tracy’s free guide to nurturing intimacy **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 17 Jun 2024 | Breaking generational & cultural cycles as a neurodivergent parent with Marcela Collier | 00:37:44 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Are you a late diagnosed adult with childhood trauma relating to their missed/ignored neurodivergent needs who is NOW trying to provide better support for their own neurodivergent child? *Sigh* us too. Join Marcela Collier, certified parenting coach and neurodivergent mom to discuss our journey to accepting our neurodivergent brains and advocating for our own needs so we can better show up for our kids.
Instagram @highimpactclub Marcela interviews me on her podcast: Spotify link apple link Website: HICparenting.com **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 24 Jun 2024 | Why Is My Child's Behavior Worse When They're Sick? | 00:21:26 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! If you have a child who’s been sick recently, you’ve probably found yourself wondering “Why are they so moody?” “why do they seem more sensitive than before?” You’re not imagining it. The nervous system is in a state of stress when it’s fighting viruses, ailments and bugs. Sensory systems are more impacted and so is behavior. Listen to this episode to feel validated for an experience you might have had recently or a reminder for what to expect next time. Stay till the end to hear my practical tips that I think every neurodivergent parent needs to know when helping their child transition back to “normal life” after an illness. PS- If you’re listening to this episode before June 30th, there’s time to register for my FREE masterclass, “4 steps to less stressful daily routines with your sensory sensitive child (without using punishments or sticker charts)” Register at THEOTBUTTERFLY.COM/4Steps Can’t wait to see you there! **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 08 Jul 2024 | Keeping sensory seekers entertained AND regulated (easy solutions you can do at home!) | 00:17:49 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! If you have a sensory seeker and you're in need of easy, indoor ideas to keep them both entertained AND regulated... this is the episode for you. **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 15 Jul 2024 | Re-writing the script: Unlearning childhood narratives with Stephanie Pinto | 00:51:41 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Calling all millennial parents! Did you grow up hearing things like: **We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||
| 22 Jul 2024 | RE-AIR: How to support regulation around the summer break | 00:24:14 | |
What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! The transition to summer comes with so many emotions and behaviors, it can be really exhausting. There are ways to support your neurodivergent child through this transition. In this episode, you’ll learn:
**We are currently on a hiatus until 2025** The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book | |||