Surviving the holidays with sensory processing challenges

In It: Raising Kids Who Learn Differently

While the holiday season can be exciting, it can also stimulate the senses in a way that makes it less fun for some kids. For kids with sensory processing challenges, the holidays can be overwhelming.

In this episode, hosts Gretchen Vierstra and Rachel Bozek welcome returning guest Keri Wilmot. Keri, a pediatric occupational therapist, shares some of the ways the holidays can bring on sensory overload. From costumes to new foods and more, Keri has strategies to help you and your child enjoy the holidays.

To find a transcript for this episode and more resources, visit the episode page at Understood.

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Related resources

• How to make a sensory travel kit for your child
• Picky eating: Why it happens and how to help
• Sensory processing challenges fact sheet

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