DiscoverAll Things Sensory by Harkla#386 - Don’t Force It: How to Support Kids Who Say “No” to Sensory Play
#386 - Don’t Force It: How to Support Kids Who Say “No” to Sensory Play

#386 - Don’t Force It: How to Support Kids Who Say “No” to Sensory Play

Update: 2025-11-12
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Is your child refusing sensory play you know would help them? You’re not alone — and it doesn’t always mean they’re being “defiant.” 💡

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • Why kids say “no” to sensory activities

  • How rapport & co-regulation make a difference

  • When hunger, sleep, or illness affect behavior

  • Simple ways to modify activities so kids succeed

Thanks for listening 🩷 We’re so glad you’re here and can’t wait to hang out with you again next week! 🌈

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#386 - Don’t Force It: How to Support Kids Who Say “No” to Sensory Play

#386 - Don’t Force It: How to Support Kids Who Say “No” to Sensory Play

Rachel Harrington, COTA/L, AC & Jessica Hill, COTA/L