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How to reduce sensory overload to create a calmer home for your autistic child Autism-Friendly Home Organization Strategies for Overwhelmed Parents Part 1 #148
Autism-Friendly Home Organization Strategies for Overwhelmed Parents – World Autism Acceptance Month 2025
Did you know that clutter can actually increase sensory overwhelm and anxiety for autistic children — even when they don’t seem bothered by it? In this first episode of my special series for World Autism Acceptance Month, I’m exploring how our home environments can either support or stress out our kids — and how small changes can make a big difference.
I’ll share what I’ve learned through personal experience as a mum of a child with autism and PDA, and offer simple, practical ways to create a sensory-friendly, low-stress home that works for your child and your family — no perfection required.
You’ll learn:
- Why visual clutter can lead to sensory overload, stress, and meltdowns
- How to identify which parts of your home might be dysregulating your child
- Simple ways to reduce visual and sensory input (without doing a full makeover)
- The importance of soft textures, calm colors, and clear labeling
- How to declutter intentionally, while still respecting comfort items and sentimental things
- What it really means to organize your space for calm, regulation, and connection
This episode is for you if:
- Your child gets overwhelmed by their environment or struggles to stay regulated
- You’re craving more calm in your home but don’t know where to start
- You want to support your child’s sensory needs without creating more stress for yourself
Key message: When we create a low-stimulation, clutter-free space that works for our kids' sensory needs, we also make life easier, calmer, and more manageable for ourselves too.
Mentioned in this episode:
🎁 Grab your free copy of [The Frustrated Parents Guide – How to Get Your Kids to Tidy Up Without Them Even Realizing It. Full of gentle, neurodivergent-friendly strategies to get your kids involved in tidying, without stress or pushback.
In tomorrow’s episode, we’ll dive into routines and predictability — why they’re so important and how to make them work for your unique child.
I would LOVE to hear from you. Text Message me here.
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Thanks for listening! For more organizational motivation, support and free resources:
Join my online membership Clutter Free Collective
Join my podcast Facebook group Living Clutter Free Forever Podcast: KonMari® Inspired Organizing | Facebook
Visit my website www.caroline-thor.com
Come and say 'hi' on Instagram @caro.thor
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By Caroline Thor - Professional Organizer - KonMari® Consultant
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Autism-Friendly Home Organization Strategies for Overwhelmed Parents – World Autism Acceptance Month 2025
Did you know that clutter can actually increase sensory overwhelm and anxiety for autistic children — even when they don’t seem bothered by it? In this first episode of my special series for World Autism Acceptance Month, I’m exploring how our home environments can either support or stress out our kids — and how small changes can make a big difference.
I’ll share what I’ve learned through personal experience as a mum of a child with autism and PDA, and offer simple, practical ways to create a sensory-friendly, low-stress home that works for your child and your family — no perfection required.
You’ll learn:
- Why visual clutter can lead to sensory overload, stress, and meltdowns
- How to identify which parts of your home might be dysregulating your child
- Simple ways to reduce visual and sensory input (without doing a full makeover)
- The importance of soft textures, calm colors, and clear labeling
- How to declutter intentionally, while still respecting comfort items and sentimental things
- What it really means to organize your space for calm, regulation, and connection
This episode is for you if:
- Your child gets overwhelmed by their environment or struggles to stay regulated
- You’re craving more calm in your home but don’t know where to start
- You want to support your child’s sensory needs without creating more stress for yourself
Key message: When we create a low-stimulation, clutter-free space that works for our kids' sensory needs, we also make life easier, calmer, and more manageable for ourselves too.
Mentioned in this episode:
🎁 Grab your free copy of [The Frustrated Parents Guide – How to Get Your Kids to Tidy Up Without Them Even Realizing It. Full of gentle, neurodivergent-friendly strategies to get your kids involved in tidying, without stress or pushback.
In tomorrow’s episode, we’ll dive into routines and predictability — why they’re so important and how to make them work for your unique child.
I would LOVE to hear from you. Text Message me here.
How to leave an Apple Podcasts review on iPhone or iPad
- Open the Apple Podcasts app.
- Tap Search and type Living Clutter Free Forever.
- Tap the show (not an episode) to open the show page.
- Scroll down past 4 or 5 eipsodes to Ratings and Reviews.
- Tap Write a Review.
- Choose a star rating, add a title and a short review.
- Tap Send.
Thanks for listening! For more organizational motivation, support and free resources:
Join my online membership Clutter Free Collective
Join my podcast Facebook group Living Clutter Free Forever Podcast: KonMari® Inspired Organizing | Facebook
Visit my website www.caroline-thor.com
Come and say 'hi' on Instagram @caro.thor
Follow me on Facebook @carolineorganizer
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