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EPISODE · Dec 5, 2025 · 8 MIN

Episode 9 | Sensory-Friendly Holidays — Helping Kids Thrive During the Season

from The Whole Child Advocate · host Dominique McLellan

The holiday season is magical — but for many children with sensory sensitivities, autism, or ADHD, it can also be overwhelming. In this week’s episode of The Whole Child Advocate, Dominique McLellan, BCASE, shares practical strategies to help families create joyful, predictable, and sensory-friendly celebrations all season long.You’ll learn:Common holiday sensory triggers (lights, noise, crowds, new routines)How to prepare your child using visual schedules, social stories, and sensory planningSimple tools to use during family gatherings and travelThe power of predictable routines and quiet spacesWhy being proactive doesn’t make you “overprotective”—it makes you preparedDominique also shares calming, real-world tips to help your child feel secure, supported, and understood during this exciting time of year.💡 Quick Takeaway: Your calm presence is the best gift your child can receive this season.Download your free Holiday Sensory Checklist from the Advent Giveaway Series at: www.wholechildadvocacy.com#WholeChildAdvocate #SensoryFriendly #HolidaysWithKids #AutismParenting #ADHDFamily #SpecialEducationSupport #ParentAdvocacy #SensoryProcessing #HolidayStress #TheWoodlandsTX

The holiday season is magical — but for many children with sensory sensitivities, autism, or ADHD, it can also be overwhelming. In this week’s episode of The Whole Child Advocate, Dominique McLellan, BCASE, shares practical strategies to help families create joyful, predictable, and sensory-friendly celebrations all season long.You’ll learn:Common holiday sensory triggers (lights, noise, crowds, new routines)How to prepare your child using visual schedules, social stories, and sensory planningSimple tools to use during family gatherings and travelThe power of predictable routines and quiet spacesWhy being proactive doesn’t make you “overprotective”—it makes you preparedDominique also shares calming, real-world tips to help your child feel secure, supported, and understood during this exciting time of year.💡 Quick Takeaway: Your calm presence is the best gift your child can receive this season.Download your free Holiday Sensory Checklist from the Advent Giveaway Series at: www.wholechildadvocacy.com#WholeChildAdvocate #SensoryFriendly #HolidaysWithKids #AutismParenting #ADHDFamily #SpecialEducationSupport #ParentAdvocacy #SensoryProcessing #HolidayStress #TheWoodlandsTX

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