Parenthood Prep

10. “I Can’t Take It!”: How To Deal with Sensory Overload as a Parent


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Do you ever feel like you’re going to EXPLODE if you hear one more sound, or one more kid touches you? Does the sound of “Mommy! Mommy! Mommy!” make you want to run screaming in the opposite direction? Do you ever just need to step away, and be alone without being TOUCHED by somebody? You're not alone.

 

If you’ve ever felt like you just can’t hear one more kiddo screech, or see one more toy in the middle of the room, or you just need a minute to yourself without somebody touching you, you’ve experienced sensory overload. This week, I share some tips and tricks for dealing with it so that you can take care of yourself and be the parent you want to be. Learn how to acknowledge your triggers, the importance of communication, and what you can do to keep sensory overload at bay.

 

For full transcript and show notes, please visit: https://www.happyfamilyafter.com/10

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Parenthood PrepBy Devon Clement