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St. Paulie,
Yes, we have had the same issue. It is better now that DS is 9 but still can become a problem at times.

At your son's age, I just packed the spares in the car so if we needed them I could get them. However, the biggest thing that worked was to spill water on my pants and get exceited about the SCIENCE of evaporation. After doing this periodically over a couple weeks, DS started to look at his spots and watch the evaporation. This worked for minor spills. Major ones required the change of clothes for a couple more years. In fact, I still keep a spare set in the car for emergencies.

I hope this helps because I do understand your frustration! Few people understand the screaming stripping child in the restaurant! In restaurants we go outside if the weather permits until he is comfortable in his clothes. Sensory issues are real!