Supporting My Child's Sensory Needs (w/Melissa Murphy & Chandler Edge) Ep.294

About this episode

Jami discusses Sensory Processing Disorder with occupational therapy professionals Melissa Murphy and Chandler Edge, focusing on its impact on children in foster care and practical support strategies for caregivers.

In this episode of The Forgotten Podcast, Jami sits down with Melissa Murphy and Chandler Edge from Beyond Measure Pediatric Therapies to discuss Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD). As occupational therapy professionals, they share how this frequently undiagnosed condition impacts children in foster care and the families who love them. Melissa and Chandler break down how the central nervous system controls our daily experiences and what happens when a child's sensory system is out of balance due to genetics, prenatal care, birth history, or early childhood trauma. They explore how sensory dysregulation is often misinterpreted as defiance or hyperactivity, offering practical guidance to help caregivers distinguish between a sensory meltdown and goal-directed behavior. Learn how to implement actionable tools like sensory diets, heavy work, and calming spaces to support your child today. About the Guests Melissa Murphy is an occupational therapist, owner of Beyond Measure Pediatric Therapies, and a dedicated advocate for complex medical diagnoses and community inclusion. Chandler Edge is an occupational therapist assistant and partner at Beyond Measure Pediatric Therapies, working…

People in this episode

Host: Jami

Guests: Melissa Murphy, Chandler Edge

Topics covered

• Sensory Processing Disorder
• Occupational Therapy
• Foster Care
• Child Development
• Sensory Dysregulation

Keywords

• Sensory Processing Disorder
• Occupational Therapy
• Foster Care
• Sensory Dysregulation
• Child Behavior
• Calming Spaces
• Sensory Diets

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Beyond Measure Pediatric Therapies

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