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The Sensory Code Podcast

Laura Petix, The OT Butterfly

Formerly known as The Sensory W.I.S.E. Solutions Podcast — now The Sensory Code Podcast. Every week, pediatric occupational therapist Laura Petix helps you view behavior through a nervous system lens. When parents, caregivers, educators, and therapists understand how sensory processing differences affect learning and behavior, it changes the game forever.Laura brings a unique POV to the table: her clinical experience as a pediatric OT, her lived experience as a neurodivergent, ADHD,

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14:48

Proactive Regulation: The Nervous System Budget

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2026/09/30

What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note!I share insights from my upcoming book, The Sensory Code, and introduce the nervous system budget framework to help parents and educators understand and support children's sensory processing differences proactively. Key Topics:Nervous system budget frameworkProactive sensory support strategiesSensory processing differences and behaviorApplication of the spoon theory to sensory regulationHow to build a sensory-friendly daily

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13:54

How much does diagnosis matter for OT intervention?

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2026/09/23

What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! I discuss whether a child's diagnosis influences occupational therapy treatment plans, emphasizing that while diagnoses can provide helpful context, they shouldn't define the intervention approach. I also highlight the importance of focusing on the child's current skills and needs, and when specific diagnoses like OCD require tailored strategies. Points Discussed Diagnosis's role in OT treatmentFocus on child's current skillsDifferences in cl...

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12:28

Am I over-accommodating my child?

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2026/09/16

What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! In this episode of the Sensory Code Podcast, I reflect on a personal realization about my daughter's accommodations as she turned nine. I discuss the complacency that can arise in parenting, particularly in providing support for children with sensory processing differences. I emphasize the importance of encouraging independence in daily tasks and the need for continuous assessment of accommodations to foster self-advocacy and personal growth in...

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13:16

Top 5 things I'd do if I just realized my child was...

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2026/09/09

What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Summary Let me tell you about the top five actions I would take if I just discovered my child was neurodivergent. I emphasize the importance of pausing to process the information, embracing accommodations, documenting progress, taking proactive steps for occupational therapy, and communicating about neurodivergence in a positive and affirming light. Takeaways Pause and process before taking action. Accommodations can make daily life eas...

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2:53

WELCOME TO THE SENSORY CODE PODCAST

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2026/08/25

What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note! Formerly known as The Sensory W.I.S.E. Solutions Podcast — now The Sensory Code Podcast. Every week, pediatric occupational therapist Laura Petix helps you view behavior through a nervous system lens. When parents, caregivers, educators, and therapists understand how sensory processing differences affect learning and behavior, it changes the game forever. Laura brings a unique POV to the table: her clinical experience as a pediatric OT, her liv...

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49:44

The best app for kids that won’t leave them in tears…...

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2024/10/21

What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note!I’m an Occupational Therapist, and I’m also a Mom with an invisible mental load that never ends. Screen time is a tool that I am NOT afraid to use. But not all screen time is created equal. Some games or apps are more dysregulating than others, which is probably a HUGE reason for the meltdowns and behaviors that come up when it comes to turning off the device. Since the day I was introduced to Pok Pok (in 2021) until now, this has remained our ONE

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17:29

“But everyone does that!” and other things people say...

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2024/09/16

What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note!Listen to this short and sweet episode to help you understand the difference between kids who enjoy some sensory input, and kids who NEED some sensory input to function properly in their day. I'm tired of hearing comments like "but all kids do that!" or "aren't we all a little on the spectrum?" and this episode is my attempt to address those conversations.Sensory Detectives BootCamp Episode transcript:

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27:58

Recess is necessary for all kids- stop taking it away!

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2024/09/09

What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note!Did you know some kids are getting their recess taken away as punishment for not focusing, being distracted, not getting their work done, and other behavioral issues in the classroom? Maybe you’re the parent to a child who has had this done to them. The American Academy of Pediatrics and The Center for Disease Control and Prevention have both made public statements emphasizing the necessity of at least 20 minutes of recess for elementary aged kids,

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26:08

"Help! My child is so dysregulated after school"

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2024/09/02

What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note!Many of us are back into the swing of things at school, and with that comes so much more dysregulation! Listen in as I talk about where that dysregulation comes from and how you can try to get ahead of it (key word: try!). You’ll learn: What dysregulated behaviors are common to see after school How after school restraint collapse looks different for neurodivergent kidsSome immediate ways to regulate the nervous system right at school pick upWhat

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22:20

A kids book about neurodiversity (Author’s notes...

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2024/08/26

What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note!Listen in to this episode to hear more context and insight behind some of the wording and passages I used in my book, A kids book about neurodiversity. You might be surprised to learn that this book’s intended audience is actually neurotypical kids, because I want to spread awareness and acceptance and celebration for our neurodivergent kids; it shouldn’t always be left up to us neurodivergent folks and families to constantly explain ourselves and

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35:48

story time: updates on my medication & diagnosis journey

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2024/08/19

What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note!Listen in to this casual, story time episode where I catch you up to speed with my anxiety/ADHD journey and why I stopped medication. Sensory Detectives BootCamp WaitlistEpisode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/podcast The OT Butterfly Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theotbutterfly Work with Laura: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/parentconsult Buy "A kids book about neurodiversity" : www.theotbutterfly.com/book

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22:56

9 stupid-simple self regulation tools for parents...

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2024/08/12

What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note!Do you ever feel like your patience runs out before your coffee does? In this episode, we focus on why it's essential for parents, teachers, and caregivers to prioritize their own regulation. It's not just about being able to stay calm when your child spills cereal all over the floor—it's about being equipped to handle life's daily challenges with a sense of calm and control.Join me as I share some straightforward and practical

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27:19

Does my child need classroom accommodations?

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2024/08/05

What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note!Are you receiving constant feedback about your child's behavior or learning challenges in the classroom? In this episode, we explore why classroom accommodations are crucial for neurodivergent children and how they can transform your child's educational experience. I'll touch on sensory needs, emotional regulation, and executive functioning, offering general starting points to advocate for your child's unique needs. Join us for

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28:03

Re-AIR: The "size of the problem" lesson & why I...

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2024/07/29

What'd you think of the episode? Send me a note!The size of the problem is a common lesson therapists and teachers use to teach kids emotional regulation skills. As I have learned more about the neurodivergent community, I’ve started thinking about this lesson in a different late and want to share that with you in this episode. Don’t worry, it’s not all bad!NEW WORKSHOP>> Neurodiversity in the classroom: Accommodations for all neurotypesSensory Detectives BootCamp WaitlistEpisode

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24:14

RE-AIR: How to support regulation around the summer...

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2024/07/22

Send us a Text Message.The transition to summer comes with so many emotions and behaviors, it can be really exhausting. There are ways to support your neurodivergent child through this transition.In this episode, you’ll learn: Why the transition from end of school to summer vacation is difficultHow to handle big feelings around the end of school How to optimize regulation at home How to structure your time at home Sensory Detectives BootCamp WaitlistEpisode transcript:

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51:41

Re-writing the script: Unlearning childhood...

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2024/07/15

Send us a Text Message.Calling all millennial parents! Did you grow up hearing things like: "Because I said so!""You're too old to be acting like that!""Give your Grandma a hug, don't be rude!""If you don't clean up these toys, I'm throwing them away!""I told you that would happen! You never listen."Our parents were doing the best with the information they had-- not to mention, many of them also growing up with the same narrative

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17:49

Keeping sensory seekers entertained AND regulated...

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2024/07/08

Send us a Text Message.If you have a sensory seeker and you're in need of easy, indoor ideas to keep them both entertained AND regulated... this is the episode for you. Listen to this episode (sponsored in part, by Figgy) to hear 7 sensory based movement activities to do inside with your sensory seeker. Here's a link to grab your own Figgy couch with a $20 discount Sensory Detectives BootCamp WaitlistEpisode transcript: https://www.theotbutterfly.com/podcast The OT Butterfly Instagram:

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21:26

Why Is My Child's Behavior Worse When They're Sick?

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2024/06/24

If you have a child who’s been sick recently, you’ve probably found yourself wondering “Why are they so moody?” “why do they seem more sensitive than before?” You’re not imagining it. The nervous system is in a state of stress when it’s fighting viruses, ailments and bugs. Sensory systems are more impacted and so is behavior. Listen to this episode to feel validated for an experience you might have had recently or a reminder for what to expect next time. Stay till the end to hear my practical tips

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37:44

Breaking generational & cultural cycles as a...

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2024/06/17

Are you a late diagnosed adult with childhood trauma relating to their missed/ignored neurodivergent needs who is NOW trying to provide better support for their own neurodivergent child? *Sigh* us too. Join Marcela Collier, certified parenting coach and neurodivergent mom to discuss our journey to accepting our neurodivergent brains and advocating for our own needs so we can better show up for our kids. Marcela Collier is a certified Parenting coach and former Therapeutic Care Provider-TFC, who

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32:07

Your Body, Your Rules: Masturbation, Orgasms &...

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2024/06/10

It’s 2024, self-pleasure, masturbation, orgasms…. It’s one of the most natural, fun, immediate ways to regulate our bodies, why should we be ashamed of it? Listen in to this unfiltered discussion about changes to intimacy after becoming parents and how burnt out, touched out moms can start getting bringing sexy back!Dr. Tracy Dalgleish helps empower women and couples to improve their communication and build strong and healthy connections with themselves and their partner through therapy, wellness

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