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When Did Your Child Have Their First Meltdown? What Was It Like?
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My daughter had a couple prev to say that calmed away after 30-1hr. Sat. Forgot to pack lunch.. 1hr late feeding her. She started crying hard. So hard she passed out twice for a few seconds each time just to awake & cry again. I rushed got her a meal within 5-10mins she was my baby again. One word 4 me. SCARED. I will never forget to have back up food 4 trips AGAIn......

A MyAutismTeam Member

My son is now 16, his meltdowns began before age 2 and were very traumatizing. He was non verbal and frustrated to say the least! We implemented a picture schedule at age 3 with the help of an ABA… read more

posted June 5, 2015
On Point Then Not The Next Day?
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Yesterday supposedly my daughter (3 asd.) was able to answer a question in two sentences. But today when she was asked does she like to swim? She nodded did the dah dah dah Christmas? Does your kid have a fab day and the next just regress? :( it broke my heart. Breaks my heart that summer is in 2wks & no more preschool til sept.

A MyAutismTeam Member

Yeah we barely getting on board with aba.. Hopefully they will be able to suggest.

posted June 15, 2015
Etobicoke Children's Centre Or Adventure Place Which Is Better For Aba?
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A MyAutismTeam Member

Thank you @A MyAutismTeam Member

posted June 4, 2015
Traveling With A Weighted Blanket
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I'm traveling to Charlotte, NC from Ft. lauderdale and I'm not sure if I should take my daughters weighted blanket. It's only 3 lbs, but I'm only taking one suitcase and I'm flying by myself. It helps her sleep. We've only had it for a month. We'll be there for a week.

A MyAutismTeam Member

take it don't take a chance that she may need it. Pray and trust that all will go well

posted June 14, 2015
Are Any Other Members Dealing With Autism And Intellectual Disability?
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Our son is dealing with a cocktail of special needs/behavioral disorders - autism, intellectual disability, ODD, mood disorder (possible bipolar). is anyone working with a mix of these?

A MyAutismTeam Member

Oh I know this one too well. Master 15 has multiple disabilities. Autism, intellectual disability, severe language delay, sensory processing disorder. And hyper dexterity in fingers n wrists, a long… read more

posted June 5, 2015
How To Handle Being A Teacher And Mom
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Looking for Advice!

I work as a teacher at the same school my son goes to. He is 2nd grade main stream, high functioning ASD. Are there any other mom/teacher (or dad/teacher) combos out there that could share how they balance the work and personal part of this while at school. I want to be there for my son but don't want to offend any of my coworkers either by being "too" involved and a "helicopter" parent.

A MyAutismTeam Member

I'm a teacher mom and actually had my kids transferred into my school after a rocky start at another school. This presented with some problems at first because I have two boys on the spectrum and I… read more

posted June 3, 2015
Potty Training And Keeping Clothes On
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My 5 year old daughter with autism is non-verbal. We have been having a VERY difficult time potty training her. She holds her pee and poo and is in complete control, however refuses to go in the potty. She is always taking her pants off, which is always a sign she needs to go, yet you can sit her on the pot every time she gets naked and she will never go. She is willing to sit on pot for long periods but almost never goes. Yet as soon as you turn your back, she has either gone in her pull… read more

A MyAutismTeam Member

My son didnt get it till he was 7. Pooping in the tub your body is relaxed and not tense. She may be afraid of the toilet. We bought something he really wanted put it high in the bathroom where… read more

posted December 10, 2017
Does Anyone Have Any Experience With Using A Resource Room At School For A Twice Exceptional Child?
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Does Anyone Have Experience With Level 4 ASD Elementary Programs In The Minneapolis Area? Karner Blue?
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Hi
Our son is currently enrolled to attend a level four isd classroom in Eagan due to his aggression.
We are struggling with his placement in this program as he is so young (6).
He has excellent verbal skills, intelligent, currently receiving in home ABA therapy and is social.
So far, it looks as if he will be with much older students in this level four setting.

We are wondering if we should move so that he can attend Karner Blue or another level 4 program in another district
Moving, as… read more

Looking For Parents Close To Us
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Does anyone on here live close to Hanover pa?

A MyAutismTeam Member

anyone else live in the area? i would like to help get my son more child interaction including kids like him

posted June 6, 2015
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