DiscoverSensory Made Simple#82 - When Sensory Sensitivities Make Family Outings Feel Impossible
#82 - When Sensory Sensitivities Make Family Outings Feel Impossible

#82 - When Sensory Sensitivities Make Family Outings Feel Impossible

Update: 2025-05-11
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Family outings with sensory-sensitive kids can feel overwhelming, exhausting, and anything but fun. In this episode, we’re digging into why outings like zoo trips, museums, and family events are so hard for kids with sensory processing challenges—and what might actually help.


Highlights from this episode: 

🎙️ Why family outings are a perfect storm for sensory overload

🎙️ A real-life example from our museum trip this week

🎙️ 3 simple tips that can help make outings feel easier and more manageable


Links Mentioned:

Sensory Made Simple Waitlist


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#82 - When Sensory Sensitivities Make Family Outings Feel Impossible

#82 - When Sensory Sensitivities Make Family Outings Feel Impossible

Samantha Goldman, OTD