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Is it a tantrum or sensory overload? Here's hoe to tell the difference.

Not every meltdown is a tantrum and not every tantrum is sensory overload. Paediatric OT Ezette shares the 5 clues she uses in practice to tell the difference, and why responding correctly changes everything.

Toddler meltdowns that  “Come out of nowhere” - an OT explains what's actually happening.

Toddler meltdowns that “Come out of nowhere” - an OT explains what's actually happening.

Every toddler has big moments. But how do you know when it’s a normal tantrum or something more? Paediatric OT Ezette breaks down what’s really happening in your toddler’s nervous system, and what actually helps.