Slaying the Sensory Processing Dragon, one hack at a time
Two Anonymous OT's--Daphne and Velma--tell their Tales from the Crib-and help parents and professional identify and problem solve sensory processing challenges through humor, support and generalized absurdity.
Finding your Gold Star--Vicki Joy Anderson, Adult Interview
Send us Fan Mail Daphne is flying solo as she interviews author, speaker, poet, doctoral candidate, Vicki Joy Anderson--who happens to have Hypertelorism. Join us as Vicki candidly discusses navigating friends, faith and determination--and most of all, the importance of figuring out one's passion, and pursuing it. Vicki's poetry book on amazon https://www.amazon.com/Weary-Wayfarer-Pilgrims-Progress-Retold-ebook/dp/B07MKW8CX9/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0 Support the show Contanct: Sens...
2 May 2026
Speech Delay, Developmental Delays and the link to B12
Send us Fan Mail B12 Testing for Developmental Delays Daphne and Velma discussed the importance of B12 testing for children with sensory problems, developmental delays, and autism, citing a study showing potential improvements in speech, motor planning, and detoxification. They shared that Dr. James Newbrander reported significant improvements in 94% of children treated with B12, including in executive functioning, cognition, and socialization. B12 Study and Therapy Applications The girls d...
12 Mar 2026
Beyond Tantrums--Biology of Behaviors
Send a text Daphne and Velma discussed the fight, flight, and freeze responses of the nervous system, focusing on the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems. They explained how these systems affect the body's reactions to stress and danger, including heart rate, breathing, and muscle tension. The conversation touched on how individuals with sensory dysregulation may be more affected by sounds, lights, textures, and motions, and oh, so much more, SENSORY SLAYERS They also ponder why s...
25 Feb 2026
Dyspraxia vs Pathological Demand Avoidance :Repackaging Behavior
Send a text In this episode of the Sensory Sages Podcast, the OT Sleuth discussed the challenges of distinguishing between motor planning issues and behavioral problems in pediatric and adult therapy. They explored examples of each, emphasizing the importance of understanding the underlying causes of children's difficulties. The conversation also touched on strategies for working with parents to address these issues and the role of data collection in therapy. Daphne shared her experience with...
10 Feb 2026
Milk, Speech Delay and Reflux, oh my!
Send a text Don't shoot the messenger. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6733635/ https://www.researchgate.net/publication/340634928_Egyptian_Journal_of_Medical_Microbiology_Association_between_Delayed_Speech_in_Children_and_Allergy Your sensory Sleuthin gals discuss: Milk Allergies in Children Daphne and Velma discussed milk allergies and their impact on children, including developmental delays, sleep issues, and gastrointestinal problems. They highlighted the importance of pr...
1 Oct 2025
Leucovorin and Autism- What is it? When to use it?
Daphne and Velma hold an emergency podcast due to the announcement that Leucovorin will be listed as an autism treatment and is eligible for Medicaid coverage, when appropriate and it's relationship to Cerebral Folate Deficiency. The Loons record a new podcast episode discussing their approach to explaining complex medical concepts in an accessible way, starting with personal stories and casual conversation. They cover recent developments in FDA labeling and Medicaid coverage for pres...
30 Sept 2025
Dissecting the Sensory Diet
Alternative Title: Two preemies walk into a bar (both Daph and Velmster are preemies) Velma and Daphne nit pick their way through all the sensory domains, providing suggestions for integration into our daily lives. Support the show Contanct: Sensorysages@gmail.com Find us on Facebook. Support the show https://buymeacoffee.com/sensorysages The Out of Sync Child https://www.amazon.com/Out-Sync-Child-Third-Recognizing-ebook/dp/B09RVR1QCC/ The Little Book of Sensory https:...
29 Jul 2025
Sensory Processing in Public; From Department Stores to Disney
Daphne and Velma don their sensory lenses again to examine how to identify what is causing overstimulation on a sense by sense basis. They tackle hair cuts, shopping carts, and Pirates of the Caribbean--slaying those sensory symptoms faster than Jack Sparrow downs a bottle. Like and subscribe and help the podcast grow. Support the show Contanct: Sensorysages@gmail.com Find us on Facebook. Support the show https://buymeacoffee.com/sensorysages The Out of Sync Child h...
14 Jul 2025
"Beyond Words: Behavior & the Visual Brain"
Daphne and Velma talk transitions, tantrums, visual thinking, Temple Grandin, while applying it in their usual tongue-in-cheek style, to restaurants, school, and Daphne's running obsession with Disney World. Teaching parents to don sensory goggles for every situation--which makes behaviors less scary, and more predictable. Temple Grandin book and movie LInks: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Pictures-Expanded-Life-Autism/dp/0307275655 movie: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12784...
15 Jun 2025
Mealtime SOS -Feeding Problems in infants, preschool and beyond
Daphne and Velma explore prevalent feeding challenges in infants and preschoolers, distinguishing between oral motor and sensory processing issues to equip parents and professionals with problem-solving strategies.
5 Jun 2025
Get Your (child's) Motor Runnin....(don't go on the highway, but do Look for adventure) MOTOR PLANNING
Daphne and Velma explore motor planning as the ideation and execution of motor acts in children with developmental delays, autism, and sensory challenges, distinguishing it from behavioral issues in this interview.
20 May 2025
Kids that go Bump in the Night-Proprioception, Sleep
Have a child that crashes? That won't sleep--Let's talk! Daphne and Velma discuss proprioception and sleep-related themes, including strategies for managing children's behavior and sensory needs. They explore various activities and tools to help children develop body awareness and improve sleep quality, while also sharing personal experiences and plans. In this episode, we address proprioception and sleep-related themes, including strategies for managing children's behavior and senso...
12 May 2025
THE NEED FOR SPEED ~Daphne and Velma talk Vestibular System and ways to calm the movement dragon
Sensory Development in Children Discussion Daphne and Velma discussed the importance of sensory development in children, particularly in relation to vestibular (balance) and proprioceptive (body awareness) skills. They shared experiences of teaching children to perform somersaults and the benefits of using tools like wobble discs to enhance these skills. They also emphasized the value of play-based learning and the impact of sensory issues on a child's ability to sit, listen, and learn. They ...
2 May 2025
Parent Interview-Osteogenesis Imperfecta Advocate and Mom-Nikki Watson
The dynamo Youtuber, Nikki Watson-Osteogenesis Imperfecta Mom and Advocate, joins us to share her experience, positivity and Sensory Tips for Vestibular activities with high risk babies. You can find videos of her Vestibular and all sensory play here https://youtube.com/@nikkiwatsonlove?si=0H207EQDPDu7iLGD And her inspirational blog Www.nikkiwatson.love Contanct: Sensorysages@gmail.com Find us on Patreon and Facebook. The Out of Sync Child https://www.amazon.com/Out-Sync-...
27 Apr 2025
Sensory Sages-Slaying the Sensory Dragon, One hack at a time
OT's Daphne and Velma spin their yarns about sensory processing, feeding troubles and lots of Tales from the Crib. They have a combined age experience of Gandolf the Gray and have been wrangling toddlers before Frodo left the Shire. SO pick up your sensory sleuthing magnifying glass and join us for an absurd, real take in sensory processing to help yourself, your child or your clients. Contanct: Sensorysages@gmail.com Find us on Patreon and Facebook. The Out of Sync Child...
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