Sensory Made Simple

Being a parent to a child with sensory or feeding challenges can feel like a lot—like you’re constantly guessing what they need and hoping you’re getting it right. Sensory Made Simple is here to make life easier for you and your child. As an experienced occupational therapist (and fellow parent), I’ll walk you through sensory processing, picky eating, meltdowns, and everything in between, giving you practical tips that actually work. This is your space to feel understood, find solutions, and finally reconnect with your kid. You’ve got this—and I’m here to help!***NOT OT/medical advice.

Sensory Made Simple is a kids podcast hosted by Samantha Goldman, OTD, with 86 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Samantha Goldman, OTD hosts Sensory Made Simple, a kids show with 86 episodes published.

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  Episode #85

  #85 - Sensory Struggles at Home but Not at School? Here’s Why Your Child’s Behavior Looks So Different

  Jun 1, 202517 minS3

  <p>Why does your child behave perfectly at school — but fall apart the moment they get home? Or maybe it’s the opposite: they’re totally fine with you, but struggling every day at school. In this episode, we’re breaking down why your child’s sensory needs can look completely different depending on where they are — and what that really says about their nervous system.<br>Highlights from this episode:</p><p>🎙️ Why “good” behavior at school might be a sign they’re holding it in</p><p>🎙️ What makes home the place where kids often release sensory overload</p><p>🎙️ How school demands, struc...

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  #84 - Sensory Red Flags Most Parents Miss

  May 25, 202515 minS0

  <p>Some sensory challenges don’t look like sensory issues at all — they show up as little things most parents miss. In this episode, we unpack subtle red flags that might actually be signs your child’s sensory system is struggling.</p><p><br /></p><p>Highlights from this episode:</p><p>🎙️ Why falling behind in gymnastics might be more than motor skills</p><p>🎙️ What constant leaning or clinginess could really mean</p><p>🎙️ The small signs that often get brushed off — and what to do next</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Links mentioned in this episode:</p><p>Sensory Made Simple Waitli...

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  Episode #83

  #83 - Parenting a Child with Sensory Needs? Here’s How Systems Can Help

  May 18, 202513 minS3

  <p>Parenting a child with sensory needs? Learn how simple systems can reduce daily overwhelm. If you're constantly putting out fires—mealtime battles, meltdowns, skipped therapies—and wondering how other parents manage it all, this episode is for you. I'm sharing how creating flexible systems helped me stop living in constant reaction mode, and how you can start building your own.</p><p><br></p><p>Episode Highlights:</p>🎙️Why having simple systems can help your brain feel less scrambled🎙️The real-life things that are saving me from feeling like I’m drowning🎙️How you can use systems for things like picky eating, me...

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  Episode #82

  #82 - When Sensory Sensitivities Make Family Outings Feel Impossible

  May 11, 202517 minS3

  <p>Family outings with sensory-sensitive kids can feel overwhelming, exhausting, and anything but fun. In this episode, we’re digging into why outings like zoo trips, museums, and family events are so hard for kids with sensory processing challenges—and what might actually help.</p><p><br></p><p>Highlights from this episode: </p><p>🎙️ Why family outings are a perfect storm for sensory overload</p><p>🎙️ A real-life example from our museum trip this week</p><p>🎙️ 3 simple tips that can help make outings feel easier and more manageable</p><p><br></p><p>Links Mentioned:</p><p>Sensory Made Simple Waitlist</p><p>...

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  Episode #81

  #81 - Parenting an Autistic Child: Michael Pereira opens up about Grief with Diagnosis, Struggles with Transitions, & Planning for his Child's Future

  May 4, 202535 minS3

  <p>Michael Pereira, founder of The Autism Voyage®, shares his journey raising an autistic child—navigating the grief after diagnosis, handling tough transitions, and planning for the future. If you’re a parent trying to figure out how to support your child long-term, this episode has honest, real-life experiences you can relate to.<br /><br /></p><p>🎙️ Moving from the initial denial and grief of his son’s autism diagnosis to acceptance.</p><p>🎙️ How he navigates difficult transitions and situations—like the doctor or dentist.</p><p>🎙️ Common mistakes parents make when life planning from a financial perspective.</p><p>🎙️ How he supports his daughte...

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