A sensory diet is a way to provide a child’s nervous system with sensory input, in order to improve the child’s ability to participate in their day. For example, a child who is under responsive to sensory input and appears with a low energy, will benefit from sensory based activities and/or using tools to help increase their arousal level to be alert while at school. Following thorough evaluation and observation, occupational therapists can determine appropriate strategies and/or tools that can be beneficial for the child's nervous system. OT’s can teach caregivers, teachers, even the child on how to carry out the sensory diet. It’s important to remember, each child is unique, therefore a sensory diet that works great to support one child, may not work for another child. 

And for our momma segment 21:30 , Genna is nesting and preparing for her due date! She is dealing with the third trimester swelling, nesting, and preparing for her second little one! We also talk about how it is so important to accept any and all help that is offered to you after your delivery.

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