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#406 - Why Your Child Needs MORE Movement Before Bed (Sleep Tips for Sensory Seekers)
If your child seems to get a burst of energy right before bed, asks for one more hug, one more drink, or one more lap around the house, it can feel confusing and exhausting. In this episode, we’re breaking down what might really be going on, especially for kids who are sensory seekers.
We talk about what it means to have a high sensory threshold and why some kids need more movement, pressure, and input throughout the day to feel regulated. For many of these kids, bedtime isn’t a behavior issue. It’s a nervous system that hasn’t met its sensory needs yet.
As the day winds down and the…
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