Exploring and Understanding a Child’s Sensory Systems with Sarah Collins

We all know the 5 senses and learned them from the time we started school. But did you know there are actually 8? Unpacking and understanding these can help us to understand yours and your child's needs and how you move around your space well. Joining Janine is Occupational Therapist, Sarah Collins who unpacks the senses and encourages you to find the words and strategies that work for your child's sensory needs. 

Today Sarah and Janine discuss: 

The work Sarah does

How to take self care to the next stage

Mental Health Hygiene 

Sensory Systems 

Other systems 

Sensory Processing Disorder

How can an OT helpfully challenge sensory

Strategies and finding language that works for your family

How Dr Sarah likes to rest and relax

And remember, do not forget about yourself, take a few minutes for you and have a little fun!

About The Guest - 

Sarah Collins, MSOT, OTR/L, is an occupational therapist and homeschooling consultant dedicated to helping parents align homeschooling with their children’s unique needs. Through HomeschoolOT, she provides personalized consultations, teaches month-long courses on key topics, fosters community through group and individual coaching, and speaks at national conferences. Her work empowers parents to build learning environments that support their children’s development and passions. 

You can listen to Sarah’s podcast Podcast, ‘The OT is In’ on any podcast player or on Apple podcasts here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ot-is-in-with-sarah-collins-the-homeschool-ot/id1732343369

Website -  http://homeschoolot.com

Social Media - https://www.instagram.com/homeschool_ot/

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