Many parents have concerns when it comes to sensory processing issues and toddlers. The truth is that toddlers are all over the place. Developmental milestones are great for understanding child development in a broad sense, but kids develop at their own pace. And some are highly sensitive to their environments, while others are not sensitive at all. Most fall somewhere in the middle. It’s a continuum. And it will change over time.
That said, it’s perfectly normal to wonder about sensory processing. If a toddler screams every time he gets dressed, it might be more than just a sensitivity. If sensory processing becomes the main focus of your day…you probably want to check in with your pediatrician.
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