A Parent's Guide to Navigating the Holiday Season + Printable Toolkit

The holidays can be exciting, fun, and full of special memories, but for kids, they can also bring a lot of change.

Different routines, unfamiliar places, busy family gatherings, new foods, school programs, travel, gifts, late nights, and less predictability can sometimes feel like a lot to take in.

Created by pediatric occupational therapist Olivia Rechel, OTR/L, this guide helps parents better understand what may be making certain parts of the holiday season difficult for their child, and gives them practical ideas and tools they can use to feel more prepared.

Inside, you'll learn about sensory processing, changing routines, transitions, family gatherings, holiday meals, school programs, travel, gifts and surprises, emotional regulation, and more.

You'll also receive a printable toolkit with planning pages, visual supports, communication templates, advocacy scripts, and practical tools you can use throughout the holiday season.

UNDERSTAND MY CHILD → MAKE A PLAN → ADVOCATE & COMMUNICATE

Digital product: Your purchase includes a downloadable PDF. No physical product will be shipped.

For educational and informational purposes only. This resource does not replace individualized occupational therapy evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, or medical advice.