Some kids like compression vests as well. They are really similar to weighted vests but provide more like a hugging sensation that is supposed to be calming. Some OT's some places may have access to 1 you can try before you buy. My son is also an eloper. One thing I do is tell everyone who spends any time with him or works with him is that he may try to unexpectedly elope, even if it's been awhile since he has. Principal, teacher, bus driver, I always make it a point to tell every personally so the communication is definitely there.

Thanks so much! My son has been in ABA since last summer. It’s been great as they helped us with potty training and she’s so gentle and kind, but he’s been breezing through their goals.
There isn’t really anyone who would or could watch him honestly. It’s hard, but he is in daycare and I have 1 day off a week (other than the weekend) to really take a true break.
We have an appointment in 2 weeks so hopefully he can start medication 🤞

I would definitely tell the doctor you want help with your son's ADHD. I found out it is a common occurrence with autism. My oldest son has it. When he was your son's age it was maddening and nerve racking. He was how you described your son.

We have found a medicine that worked finally. He still has very poor impulse control, so we will be hopefully starting Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. You may want to start your son in ABA since he is younger. I wish I would have done it sooner with my son.

Hang in there! Please if you can, take breaks. Have someone you trust watch your son for a few hours so you can get away. I regret not taking time for myself and focusing so much on helping my son. We all need to rest and recharge to be our best selves for our kiddos. You are not alone. Praying for you.

@A MyAutismTeam Member Oh goodness, we completely understand how that is. We have been dealing with that from our 3 year old since we started. However, we found a remedy to help calm him down. We got him a weighted vest off amazon. IT DOES WONDERS!!! We have to make sure all the weights are in the vest but I would highly, highly, highly recommend a weighted vest. Our son is also an eloper! We are with you! The exhaustion is real, the irritation is real, the panic is real. You are not alone!

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Thank you! I may order one today. I mentioned it to his educator today and she said the same thing I was thinking… that we can’t see him keeping it on lol. But I still want to give it a try!