Tag Archives: sensory processing disorder (SPD)

The Dreaded Hair Cut

Posted on September 1, 2013 by mariner2mother

My son has Sensory Processing Disorder. When I ordered up a child, I didn’t specify that I wanted it to come with normal, regular, everyday brain wiring. And what happens when you just throw it out there that you’ll take … Continue reading →

Posted in Positive Discipline, The Voyage | Tagged hair clippers, hair cut, home hair cut, kid cuts own hair, sensory processing disorder (SPD), tactile sensitivity, Wahl clippers | 13 Comments

His Dysregulation Sent Me Running, Screaming

Posted on April 15, 2013 by mariner2mother

The title of this piece isn’t totally accurate. Although, in my mind, I definitely wanted to run away from Little Man. Sometimes, it doesn’t take a lot to get this kid out of whack. Living with Sensory Processing Disorder, keeping … Continue reading →

Posted in Sensory Processing Disorder, The Voyage | Tagged coping with SPD, dysregulation, light at the end of the tunnel, sensory processing disorder (SPD), struggles | 5 Comments

A Look Back: Do The Unexpected

Posted on September 7, 2012 by mariner2mother

I was reminiscing yesterday with Little Man, about when he was somewhere around 3 years old, and was giving me a hard time about getting in the bath. At this point in his life, any and all transitions between activities or … Continue reading →

Posted in Developing Capable Young People, Positive Discipline, Sensory Processing Disorder | Tagged bath, giving me a hard time, parenting tip, parenting tools, positive discipline, sensory processing disorder (SPD), transitions | 2 Comments

When Emotions Run High

Posted on July 28, 2012 by mariner2mother

When you have a child whose brain isn’t wired quite like the majority (Sensory Processing Disorder, ADHD), it can be interesting to say the least. And in several some situations, it can be a big challenge. When Little Man was … Continue reading →

Posted in Sensory Processing Disorder | Tagged ADHD, anxiety, dentist, panic, regulation, sensory processing disorder (SPD), SPD | 1 Comment

How Do I Help Him?

Posted on October 19, 2011 by mariner2mother

I’m the mother. I’m supposed to fix things, help my son, teach him how to help himself, and stuff like that. But this morning, I was at my end. To give you a little background, my son has Sensory Processing … Continue reading →

Posted in Sensory Processing Disorder, The Voyage | Tagged advocacy, difficulty, sensory processing disorder (SPD) | 6 Comments

It’s What You Don’t See

Posted on April 25, 2011 by mariner2mother

When a person has a disability that affects them physically, like Down’s Syndrome, or Cerebral Palsy, the world can see it. They have a plate full of challenges, for sure, and it comes as no surprise to the general public. … Continue reading →

Posted in Sensory Processing Disorder | Tagged auditory issue, sensory processing disorder (SPD), struggles, visual processing | 2 Comments

Going to Take A Break

Posted on October 19, 2010 by mariner2mother

At the end of January, on the recommendation of a physical therapist that worked with my son at school each week, I took my son to a developmental optometrist for an evaluation. At the end of a regular eye exam … Continue reading →