Powerful Proprioception: The Bonus Sense That Kids Rely on for Regulation

When your child hits, bites, yells, or throws themselves on the floor, there's a sensory reason behind it - and understanding proprioception is the key to making sense of these behaviors. In this engaging conversation, Kelsie Olds breaks down the "bonus sense" that your brain uses to create a mental map of where your body is in space, and more importantly, how it serves as a powerful regulating force for emotions. Through practical examples and personal insights (including why she yells and how she manages it), Kelsie explains the three types of proprioception - exertion, impact, and pressure - and how recognizing your child's preferred type can transform your approach to challenging behaviors. Learn why that hoodie your child won't take off, the hitting when frustrated, and the bedtime wrestling might all be serving the same sensory need. This session provides actionable strategies including the "15-minute high intensity + 5-minute messy transition" formula for bedtime success, creative ways to meet everyone's sensory needs (even when you're touched out), and how to build in proprioceptive activities throughout the day rather than waiting for emergency meltdowns. Most importantly, discover why "everything you're doing makes sense" from a sensory perspective - for both you and your child.