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Hi, I’m Jami… a mom of seven, professional counselor turned parenting coach, speaker, and author. And yes, even with training, I found myself stuck in the same cycle so many parents live in: meltdown… reaction… guilt… repeat. I was doing all the things that were “supposed” to work… but they didn’t.
Everything changed when I stopped treating behavior like the problem and started looking underneath it. When I learned to understand my child’s unique wiring (personality, sensory processing, executive functioning, and emotional needs), I finally had a roadmap. I didn’t need more tips… I needed clarity and a plan. And that clarity changed things.
If you’re ready to ditch the overwhelm and stop parenting in survival mode, you’re in the right place. We’ll talk meltdowns, emotional dysregulation, defiance, ADHD, DMDD, anxiety, and more… along with practical steps that help your family move from chaos to calm… one episode at a time.
So grab your coffee, find your quiet spot (if you have one), and let’s jump in.
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Calm Connection Parenting | Neurodivergent, Meltdowns, Emotional Regulation, DMDD, Tantrums, SPD, Defiance, Angry Behaviors
52. Sensory Processing and Emotionally Dysregulated Kids: It’s Not Just in Their Heads | Sensory Processing Awareness
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Have you ever looked at your child’s meltdown and thought, “Why does this keep happening?” What if those big emotions weren’t just about behavior, but about the way your child’s brain and body process the world around them?
In this episode, we’re diving into the fascinating world of sensory processing...what it really means, how it connects to emotional dysregulation, and why understanding it can completely change the way you parent.
You’ll learn:
- The surprising story that opened my eyes to sensory processing and changed our parenting forever
- What the eight sensory systems are and the three that aren’t even taught in school
- How sensory overload can trigger emotional outbursts, meltdowns, or “defiant” behaviors
- Simple ways to start supporting your child’s sensory needs at home without overwhelm
- Why understanding your child’s sensory world can be the first step toward real calm and connection
If you’ve ever felt confused, frustrated, or helpless in the face of your child’s big emotions, this episode will give you a whole new lens of understanding and hope that it’s not “just in their head.”
Listen now and discover how a few small shifts can bring big peace to your home.
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