The Sensory Savvy Momma Podcast | Nervous system-first strategies for moms raising sensory kids—with more calm, confidence, and connection.

Episode 19 // Understanding the Sensory System: The First Step to Calmer Days with Your Neurodivergent Child


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Do you ever feel like you’re walking on eggshells around your child, bracing for the next meltdown?


Have you been told your child "just processes differently"—but no one explained what that actually means?


Are you craving clarity about your child’s behavior and how to respond without burnout?

 

In this episode we revisit the heart of The Sensory Savvy Mama—the clarity, connection, and nervous system-informed approach she brings to her parenting. Together we unpack the sensory system and why understanding your child’s unique neuro-signature is the game-changer most moms have never been told about.

You’ll learn why behavior is sensory at its core, how the eight sensory systems impact daily life, and what it means to support—not fix—your child. This episode has gentle guidance to help you reframe your child’s behavior through curiosity rather than control.

This episode is the first in a four-part August 2025 series designed to reconnect you with the “why” behind your child’s behavior and give you tools to prevent meltdowns and foster connection.

  • 🧠 The Clarity Lab – A self-paced nervous system guide for parents. 

  • 📋 The Sensory Blueprint – $100 off for the month of August- no code needed. This is bespoke, personalized support to decode your child’s sensory needs together. 

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    You don’t have to figure this out alone—and you’re already doing better than you think.

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    The Sensory Savvy Momma Podcast | Nervous system-first strategies for moms raising sensory kids—with more calm, confidence, and connection.By Victoria Johnson | Neurodivergent Parenting Coach