Sensory Friendly Solutions

Christel Seeberger

Welcome to the Sensory Friendly Solutions Podcast!

Dive into our ever-growing series of 27 episodes that explore the fascinating world of your senses, tackling sensory sensitivity, sensory overload, and practical sensory-friendly solutions for daily life. Each episode is a blend of expert insights, personal stories, and actionable advice, designed to inspire and empower.

What sets us apart? Our episodes feature international luminaries like occupational therapist and researcher Dr. Winnie Dunn, best-selling author Carol Stock Kranowitz, and the world-renowned autism advocate Dr. Temple Grandin. We also amplify the voices of parents, individuals with lived sensory experiences, and innovators who’ve created sensory-friendly solutions that truly work.

But there’s more—our audio conference content takes a deep dive into specialized topics, including Sensory Friendly Dentistry and Sensory Friendly Travel, offering fresh perspectives on areas that impact everyday life.

At the helm of the podcast is Christel Seeberger, Founder and CEO of Sensory Friendly Solutions. With a 30-year career as an occupational therapist and her own lived experience of sensory sensitivity and overload due to adult-onset hearing loss, Christel brings unique insights and a passionate drive to make the world more sensory-friendly for all.

Join us for enlightening discussions, transformative ideas, and real-world solutions. Let’s work together to make life more sensory-friendly—because small changes create big differences!

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Sensory Friendly Solutions episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Sensory Friendly Solutions for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Sensory Friendly Solutions episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Karine Gagner - The Key to Innovation with Sensory Tools

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10/27/20 • 49 min

In this episode of the Sensory Friendly Solutions Podcast our Host Matt George is chatting with the great Karine Gagner, President of FDMT.
Karine Gagner is the President of FDMT, a company specializing in high-quality educational materials and sensory tools. She founded FDMT in 2002 and has grown it ever since. It's goal: to offer a wide range of solutions for all children with or without learning difficulties in order to lead them towards academic success. Her passion and motivation also come from the greatest project of her life: being the mother of a 17 year-old girl with ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder). Every day, she works not only for her daughter, but also for all the children and parents who live in different situations and who need a little help.
EPISODE GUIDE:
2:23 Karine's Introduction
3:26 Find out why Karine dug in even further
6:40 FDMT's COVID-19 Response
8:56 Karine asks herself, " What is the essence of the business?"
11:18 How we all deal with anxiety
13:32 Our modern overload
16:32 The origin story of FDMT
19:04 When Karine recognizes the impact of her business
21:58 The power of awareness
22:57 Why MANIMO has been such a success
25:27 Karine's journey with her daughter
30:54 Christel's reflections
33:57 Christel's reflections on a really special young man
36:49 FDMT as leaders in the Sensory Friendly space
43:06 Innovation Segment

Thanks for listening - Christel Seeberger and the Sensory Friendly Solutions Team.
Full blog posts and transcripts for each episode can be found on our website.
Podcast leadership is provided by Sensory Friendly Solutions Founder and CEO Christel Seeberger.
This podcast was produced by Matt George and was engineered by Zachary Pelletier.
Thank you to our sponsor TakingITGlobal, ensuring that youth around the world are actively engaged. Head to risingyouth.ca to learn more and to become the next RisingYouth grant recipient.
The podcast is also supported by New Brunswick Community College as part of the Community Resource Awareness During and After COVID-19 applied research project, funded by the New Brunswick Innovation Foundation. Learn more about NBCC's efforts to transform lives and communities.

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Dr. Sarah Gander - The Social Determinants of Health

Sensory Friendly Solutions

09/22/20 • 49 min

In this episode of the Sensory Friendly Solutions Podcast our Host Matt George is chatting with Dr. Sarah Gander, a General Paediatrician in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
Her research and advocacy focus on the social determinants of health and the effects of poverty on the health of children and youth. Dr. Gander seeks bridge clinicians, other professionals, community organizations and families in research to highlight the reality of the complex social needs of our patients and families.
You can find Dr Gander at NB Social Pediatrics.
EPISODE GUIDE
3:00 Dr Gander talks about when multitasking can and cannot work.
5:40 Some of the biggest challenges ahead for our youth during covid.
8:00 Dr Gander shares a story of how one of her patients is dealing with the challenges of a post COVID school schedule.
13:00 Dr Gander shares what drives her in her work.
15:00 Matt shares some research: the word sensory overload was being searched over 40,000 times a month on Google, the discussion goes to sensory overload and the dopamine hit of social media! Social isolation of the pandemic has been pivotal in our screen time usage.
20:00 Dr Gander chats about how she has been having conversations and practice exercises with her own children about social skills.
22:00 Matt and Dr Gander dive into the social determinants of health.
28:00 Dr. Gander, shares strategies that she uses to reduce the noise of the current time. One of the ways is bringing outdoor education to schools.
32:00 Christel Seeberger joins Matt in the studio to reflect about the conversation with Dr Gander.
33:00 Sensory overload has not gone away with covid and the disruptions to our habits and routines.
38:00 Christel shares thoughtful feedback from a listener to the Podcast inspired the team to dive deeper in to how to improve the sensory experience of a podcast.
Thanks for listening - Christel Seeberger and the Sensory Friendly Solutions Team.
Full blog posts and transcripts for each episode can be found on our website.
Podcast leadership is provided by Sensory Friendly Solutions Founder and CEO Christel Seeberger.
This podcast was produced by Matt George and was engineered by Zachary Pelletier.
Thank you to our sponsor TakingITGlobal, ensuring that youth around the world are actively engaged. Head to risingyouth.ca to learn more and to become the next RisingYouth grant recipient.
The podcast is also supported by New Brunswick Community College as part of the Community Resource Awareness During and After COVID-19 applied research project, funded by the NewBrunswickInnovation Foundation. Learn more about NBCC's efforts to transform lives and communities

Reflections on Sensory Friendly Dentistry

Sensory Friendly Solutions

09/11/21 • 8 min

In this episode of the Sensory Friendly Dentistry Audio Conference join Stephanie London and Chelsea Bloom, occupational therapy students, as they reflect on their audio conference experience.
Wrap up your audio conference experience with occupational therapy students Chelsea Bloom and Stephanie London as they summarize the most important lessons learned and take "back to your dental practice" messages.
Epsiode Guide:
0:00 - Welcome & Host Introductions
0:25 - Maureen Bennie Conversation Reflection
2:34 - Megan Gallant & Cindy Green Conversation Reflection
3:50 - Laura Swinburne Conversation Reflection
4:54 - Dr. Peter Halford Conversation Refection
5:15 - Dr. Rachel Korman Conversation Reflection
6:15 - Final Thoughts

Care and compassion overcome challenges with Dr. Peter Halford, periodontist

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09/05/21 • 27 min

In this episode of the Sensory Friendly Dentistry Audio Conference join Sensory Friendly Solutions Founder Christel Seeberger, and guest hosts Stephanie London and Chelsea Bloom, occupational therapy students, as they take a deep dive into the oral health expertise of Dr. Peter Halford.
Listen to Dr. Peter Halford, periodontist as he shares insights gleaned from his practice. You will feel informed and excited to practice dentistry in a way that makes the most challenging interventions a positive experience for patients by creating a family-like atmosphere.
Episode Guide:
0:00 - Welcome & Host Introductions
0:28 - Welcome Dr. Peter Halford
1:26 - Dr. Halford thinks about Barriers to Oral Healthcare
2:08 - Dr. Halford provides his experiences with patients that have sensory-sensitivities
5:50 - Accommodating appointments for the patients
6:30 - Making the patient feel comfortable
7:20 - Pictograms & explaining procedures
10:16 - Dr. Halford talks about a patient experience to sensitivity to a dental implant
11:47 - Modernization of Periodontics
13:27 - Dr. Peter Halford reflects on what he knows now as an experienced dentist
15:05 - Dr. Halford's Philosophy as a Dentist
16:10 - Tools Dr. Halford uses to make patients comfortable
16:40 - Treating older adults and the challenges that arise
18:34 - Strategies for treating older adults
20:30 - Understanding the patient and where they are coming from
21:50 - Dr. Halford talks about utilizing technology
22:53 - The challenges of X-Rays.
24:12 - Dr. Peter Halford talks about the importance of taking your time
24:52 - Thank you, Dr. Peter Halford!

Avoiding the dentist is a reality with Cindi Green and Megan Gallant

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09/05/21 • 42 min

In this episode of the Sensory Friendly Dentistry Audio Conference join Sensory Friendly Solutions Founder Christel Seeberger, and guest hosts Stephanie London and Chelsea Bloom, occupational therapy students, as they take engage in an insightful conversation with two special guests, Cindi Green and Megan Gallant.
Hear from Cindi Green, Executive Director of Autism Resources Miramichi, and parent Megan Gallant as they share insights about the simple steps that make the sensory experience of dental care a match for each patient and would empower parents to make oral hygiene possible.
Episode Guide:
0:00 - Welcome & Host Introductions
0:20 - Welcome Cindi Green and Megan Gallant
0:43 - Cindi Green - executive director at Autism Resources Miramichi
1:56 - Megan Gallant - Mother of four children
2:40 - Cindi discusses dentistry and the challenges for children with autism
4:20 - Barriers to the oral health care
5:47 - Megan shares her experiences with bringing her children to the the dentist
6:55 - The Impact of COVID-19
7:37 - Oral care at home
9:45 - Resources provided by Autism Resources Miramichi
12:51 - Megan shares what her daughters need to be set up for success
15:39 - Education & Awareness for staff
16:20 - Common misconceptions
20:00 - Megan discusses her children's sensitivities
21:00 - Cindi shares her own experiences at the dentist
24:28 - Megan's tips for other parents
27:08 - The social story
30:37 - Supporting siblings at the dentist
34:00 - Creating a trusting relationship
36:40 - Megan's hope for the future of sensory-friendly dentistry.
37:22 - Cindi's take-home message for listeners
39:16 Thank you, Megan & Cindi!

You can make a difference with Dr. Rachel Korman, dentist

Sensory Friendly Solutions

08/26/21 • 46 min

In this episode of the Sensory Friendly Dentistry Audio Conference join Sensory Friendly Solutions Founder Christel Seeberger, and guest hosts Stephanie London and Chelsea Bloom, occupational therapy students, as they have an insightful conversation with Dr. Rachel Korman.
Discover the joy of dentistry with new graduate and current pediatric resident, Dr. Rachel Korman. She speaks about her passion for finding ways to make dental care accessible, inclusive and welcoming and the purposeful way she has included that in the launch of her career.
Epsiode Guide:
0:00 - Welcome & Host Introductions
0:24 - Welcome Dr. Rachel Korman
2:00 - Dr. Rachel Korman's education on sensory sensitivities
5:15 - Dr. Korman talks about the barriers to oral care
6:17 - Strategies Dr. Korman learned from school, and the education gaps.
10:49 - The biggest sensory challenges at the dentist
13:52 - Breaking down the tasks
15:07 - Dr. Rachel Korman discusses the Oral Health Total Health event
17:48 - Dr. Rachel Korman's thoughts on teaching oral health care to children
21:09 - Laura's advice to parents
24:52 - Accommodations for special needs patients
26:46 - Texture sensitivities
28:39 - The biggest barriers in oral health care
31:55 - Modernization of clinics and the affects of oral health care
34:00 - Utilizing technology
36:20 - Knee to Knee Exam
40:03 - Dr. Rachel Korman's vision for the rest of her career
43:14 - Thank you, Dr. Rachel Korman

Always make patients feel comfortable with Laura Swinburne, dental hygienist

Sensory Friendly Solutions

08/25/21 • 45 min

In this episode of the Sensory Friendly Dentistry Audio Conference join Sensory Friendly Solutions Founder Christel Seeberger, and guest hosts Stephanie London and Chelsea Bloom, occupational therapy students, as they take a deep dive into the extensive expertise of special guest Laura Swinburne. Learn practiced strategies from the first-hand, and varied experiences, of dental hygienist Laura Swinburne. Her priority is to make everyone feel comfortable in the dental chair and she delivers that experience with customized dental care.
Laura's Book Nook
- Instagram: @laurasbooknook
- Facebook : @LaurasUsborneBookNook
Episode Guide:
0:00 - Welcome & Host Introductions
0:28 - Welcome Laura Swinburne
2:46 - Working with children with sensory-challenges
4:05 - Oral health Challenges for children with sensory-sensitivities
5:20 - Laura's use of knowledge from being an ABA Therapist
7:28 - Barriers that exist for people with sensory sensitivities
8:19 - Tips to help break these barriers
11:28 - Laura's perspective on dental care as a parent
15:19 - Positive Reinforcement
17:50 - Periodontist Clinic
21:32 - Barriers and strategies at different ages
23:30 - The ideal dental health care team
27:45 - Communication within the dental team
29:40 - Making notes of patient preferences
30:54 - Modernization of clinics and the effect on patients
32:57 - Improving dental experiences
34:20 - Reducing wait times
36:30 - Laura's take-home message to patients and parents
40:45 - How to find Laura and some of her educational resources
42:49 - Thank you, Laura Swinburne!

Positive dentistry from childhood to adulthood with Maureen Bennie

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08/25/21 • 56 min

In this episode of the Sensory Friendly Dentistry Audio Conference join Sensory Friendly Solutions Founder Christel Seeberger, and guest hosts Stephanie London and Chelsea Bloom, occupational therapy students, as they take a deep dive into the extensive expertise of Maureen Bennie, parent and autism advocate. Build a toolbox of strategies for your practice. Listen to Maureen, Bennie, Autism Awareness Centre Founder, and parent to 2 autistic adults, as she shares her extensive knowledge. Understand the barriers experienced by autistic persons to dental care and learn how to overcome them, in a positive, proactive way.
Episode Guide:
0:00 - Welcome & Host Introductions
0:29 - Introducing Maureen Bennie
0:58 - Autism Awareness Center
2:58 - Making the dentist environment predictable
4:00 - Oral Motor Friendliness
6:30 - Choosing the right dentist environment
7:16 - Utilizing consistency & routine
12:00 - Dentist Sensitivities
15:02 - Advice to dental offices looking to become more sensory-friendly
19:15 - Anesthetic at the dentist
22:58 - Barriers to sensory-friendly dental offices
25:34 - Pre-appointment questionnaires
27:23 - Each patient is different
30:05 - COVID-19 and the impact on the dentist experience
34:19 - Separation Anxiety
37:05 - Open communication with patients
40:35 - COVID-19 Setbacks
42:51 - Low arousal approach
47:32 - Take home messages for dental practice and parents
52:30 - Thank you, Maureen Bennie!

Welcome to the Sensory Friendly Dentistry Audio Conference

Sensory Friendly Solutions

08/18/21 • 3 min

Join the Sensory Friendly Dentistry Audio Conference
Calling on dentists, orthodontists, periodontists and your teams! Learn why creating a sensory-friendly experience for your patients is a game-changer for your practice. Get a full range of steps you can start tomorrow and build on in the future.

Listen to exclusive podcast conversations, for free, with leaders in dentistry and most importantly from parents who explain how and why simple sensory-friendly changes make all the difference in dental care for their children. Children who also then become your adult patients. These changes are important for patients of any age.

Get the tips and strategies that will make your dental practice stand out for patients.
These conference podcast episodes were recorded in 2021, so you will hear references to COVID-19. We know that dentistry and the oral health of patients were impacted by the pandemic. This free audio conference is our way of helping dentists, orthodontists and periodontists and their teams, in turn, help their patients access dental care that meets their needs.

Dental health is a key to a person’s overall health and well-being. And a return to good health and well-being is important for everyone.

The content shared in this audio conference is relevant at any time.
In this conference, you will learn. Easy to implement tips that make your dentist, orthodontist or periodontist practice more sensory-friendly. for your patients. Your staff will thank you too! Strategies to adapt to the different senses. Each of the eight senses (see, hear, taste, touch, smell, movement, balance, interoception) can be challenged during dental care. Learn how to reduce the "noise" for each sense, one step at a time, and create a positive experience for your patients. Understand how making small changes has a large impact on making your patients comfortable. Learn how to attract and retain the large and growing group of people who have sensory sensitivity or who experience sensory overload as your patients.

Dr. Temple Grandin - Understanding My Autistic Mind

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12/01/20 • 34 min

In this very special bonus episode of the Sensory Friendly Solutions Podcast our Host Matt George is chatting with the towering autism champion, Dr. Temple Grandin.

Dr. Temple Grandin is well known to many for her trailblazing work as a spokesperson for people with autism and her lifelong work in the field of animal behaviour. Dr. Grandin has been with Colorado State University (CSU) for over 25 years and has led an incredibly productive and diverse professional life.

Her life’s work has been to understand her own autistic mind, and to share that knowledge with the world, helping autistics and people who identify as neurodiverse. Her understanding of the human mind has played a critical role in her work with animal behaviour, and she is one of the most respected experts in both autism and animal behaviour in the world.

EPISODE GUIDE:
3:48 Dr. Grandin shares her childhood experience living with autism
4:38 Dr. Grandin shares her top research priorities
5:24 Educating other researchers
8:17 What are the types of thinking?
10:32 Importance of routine during COVID-19
18:53 Thoughts on standardized education
24:11 What does high but reasonable expectations look like?

INNOVATION:

The Autistic Brain: Thinking Across the Spectrum

Thanks for listening - Christel Seeberger and the Sensory Friendly Solutions Team.
Full blog posts and transcripts for each episode can be found on our website.
Podcast leadership is provided by Sensory Friendly Solutions Founder & CEO Christel Seeberger.
This podcast was produced by Matt George and was engineered by Zachary Pelletier.
Thank you to our sponsor TakingITGlobal, ensuring that youth around the world are actively engaged. Head to risingyouth.ca to learn more and to become the next RisingYouth grant recipient.
The podcast is also supported by New Brunswick Community College as part of the Community Resource Awareness During and After COVID-19 applied research project, funded by the New Brunswick Innovation Foundation. Learn more about NBCC's efforts to transform lives and communities

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FAQ

How many episodes does Sensory Friendly Solutions have?

Sensory Friendly Solutions currently has 27 episodes available.

What topics does Sensory Friendly Solutions cover?

The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Society & Culture, Inclusion, Dei, Podcasts, Neurodiversity and Disability.

What is the most popular episode on Sensory Friendly Solutions?

The episode title 'Dr. Peggy Bown and Laura Caswell - Reimagining sensory-friendly businesses' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Sensory Friendly Solutions?

The average episode length on Sensory Friendly Solutions is 43 minutes.

How often are episodes of Sensory Friendly Solutions released?

Episodes of Sensory Friendly Solutions are typically released every 6 days, 23 hours.

When was the first episode of Sensory Friendly Solutions?

The first episode of Sensory Friendly Solutions was released on Sep 8, 2020.

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