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While my husband is in the military, we have health care. We are now living in an area with an abundance of ABA therapists, so we are currently getting ABA and speech services. I'm curious to see if… read more
My son was just diagnosed 4 months ago so, I have limited experience with talking to others about it. One thing that I have found is that many people have a set picture of what autism is in their… read more
Oh Mary you just made me so homesick for Florida! lol Smoked fish dip was somewhat of a secret "local" dish when I was little. We had to find fish shacks on the water to buy it. Now of course it's… read more
OK SO I HAVE A NEW EMAIL, WILL THAT BE A PROBLEM?
I' must have deleted the email or something from the lady who I was emailing about this- personally. Can you please email me again.
Sometimes it's hard to help those closest to us understand what life is really like with raising a child on the spectrum. What do you wish they could better understand about your child?
I understand because they live in a typical world so naturally the answer is typical. We on the other hand live in a world where a simple transition can become a meltdown which sometimes leads to… read more
Always offer a way out to your child. Having a code word is a great suggestion. So is preparing in advance for a way to calm down. Don't put pressure on your child show show off new behaviors or… read more
I think any one of us can say that we know what will cause a meltdown. We are so accustomed and bonded with our kids that it become an almost sixth sense
My son like rough play/being chased, but also tickles!
Very useful, thanks a lot!