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How To Get An Non-Verbal Autistic Child To Allow Front Teeth To Be Brushed.
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Alright, My 16yo (to be 17yo) Son allows me to help brush all his teethe except his Front ones. I was able to get that far by Using a "spin Brush" and "Sensodyne" Toothpaste or another Toothpaste that is for Sensitive Teeth. Now we are stuck. We cannot get to the Front Teeth because the Tightens his Lips over those teeth. Has anyone a Suggestion to overcome this Behavior?

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Maybe he just likes the way the brush feels on his lips? My baby girl has had ABA for brushing teeth. I just brush her lips first and then we do the teeth. It took a lot of work to get there but now… read more

For Anyone That Has A Teenager How Was The Behavior During Puberty And How Long Did Puberty Last?
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My daughter (16) has been handling puberty better than my son (19) who has gotten more aggressive and secretive - especially when he is uncomfortable about his sexuality (i.e. when he is around girls… read more

Getting A Boy Into Underwear?
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my son has a moderate level of sensory sensitivity, has had toileting issues for some time, but now he is mostly 'trained' however the greatest challenge is getting him to wear underwear. any suggestions? also, he has a little brother who still needs pullups, so they are in the house for another year or so.

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Have you taken him to let him pick any out a pattern and a material he likes? maybe he might like loose boxers instead of tight underwear. I know my son prefers loose underwear that are thin in… read more

ANY IDEAS ON BRUSHING TEETH, MY GUY I HAVE TO HOLD AND QUICKLY BRUSH AS HE SCREAMS THE WHOLE TIME
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Great... we got my son a spin brush now... still doesn't want to but he will most mornings.

Has Anyone Had Their Child Regress On Sensitivity?
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My daughter had learned to acclimate to everyday sounds. Vacuums, dishwasher, car alarms, sirens, etc. But within the last week, she covers her ears and wants the dishwasher or tge dryer turned off. She also covers her ears at school when the air conditioner comes on in class. Has anyone else had this happen? Could there be a medical issue?

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I did make an appointment with her pediatrician to check her ears for infection to be on the safe side. She has been doing alot better since the construction has stopped at her school too. I haven't… read more

Can Anyone Provide Information About Services In Chicago
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Hi All,

We are living in San Antonio, Texas with my 4yr old son and moving to Chicago for a better job opportunity.

My son has never lived in any other state except Texas.
I am really anxious about how this change is going to affect him.

I have learned Chicago is much colder and crowded compared to San Antonio.

It would be great if anyone could give me more information about living in Chicago with an autistic kid like :

Information about good ABA therapy centers

Best area to live where we… read more

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There were some days that my daughter didn't want to dress for snowy weather when we lived in Denver. Those days I would get Tupperware containers full of snow and let her play in the bathroom sink.

What Therapeutic Toys And Figdets Does Your Child Like?
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What therapy toys or fidget do your children play with the most? What websites do you like to shp at for them? Does your child like wearing a weighted vest or blanket?

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My daughter likes toys that she can carry with one hand. I do the dollar store too. A lot of toys for a little money.

How Do I Get My 4 Year Old To Leave The Toilet Paper Alone?
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I've tried constant reminders that toilet paper is for using when she goes potty. It is not a toy. She wraps herslef like a mummy while taking it off the roll.

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She will eat or chew on just about anything.

Please Help! My 5 Year Old Son With PDD-NOS, OCD, Anxiety, SPD & Tics Is Terrified Of The Dental Work Needed To Be Done Due To Taste.
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My son had dental work done previously through surgery & anesthesia because despite our efforts he was not going to cooperate. We tried social stories, practicing opening mouth, practice visits to dentist, coaxing him with his favorite treat (park, game, etc). We resorted to surgery. Since then, his front crown fell off twice
The first time his crown fell off, we went into the dentist after much discussion about what to expect. We explained it all, he helped with opening his mouth, he… read more

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Ask the dentist to flavor the glue and tell your child he has to guess the flavor. That worked for us. But it will have to be the same flavor forevermore if it works. Good luck. You are in my prayers!

How Do I Stop Diaper Picking?
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My son, Logan, started sticking his hands down the back of his diaper and picking them and leaving cotton everywhere. I have recently caught him eating it and fear he will get sick. Is there something I can do to stop this bad habbit other than scolding or yelling at him? I have tried cloth diapers but school will not allow it. I tried potty training and he is not ready..

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Any more recent ideas on the diaper picking?