Hello, my name is Heather. I'm happily married and have three amazing girls. Two out of my three children have been diagnosed with SPD. My 4 year old is the first of the two to receive this diagnosis. When she was 18 months, she wasn't talking, walking, and was always stuffing food in her mouth and choking. We got a referral for OT after numerous test. She received speech and physical therapy as well since that age. Now you would never suspect her having SPD. She still has her little issues such as sounds, textures, foods, and under sensitivity but nothing that she can't tolerate.

My youngest however, has a severe case. She is 23 months. Her OT has said that is is borderline debilitating. She has constant meltdowns due to many stressors. She has never slept through the night ever. She hates baths and her nails being trimmed. Lights bother her and new people causes her to shut down. She was also deemed hypersensitive and sensory seeking. She always has bruises on her from her repetitive rocking and head banging. The list goes on. She also receives speech and physical therapy in conjunction with OT.

I have always felt very alone. Most people outside of my household seem to look at my girls like they are mutants or claim my husband and I are making it up. I am just so relieved to know that others can relate to what I am going through.