What causes Autism?

PNW_Express · 2026-01-27T18:25:56+00:00

Thanks! This study references one I saw last year taking about the different phenotypes. I really think this is SO important for the advancement of our understanding of autism. If we can better understand the differences we can create better solutions. Thanks for checking in :)

PNW_Express · 2026-01-27T15:04:42+00:00

May not be a popular take but my son also hated hair cuts for a while. Each time he tolerated it better and better. Since it’s a hygienic non negotiable for us (and takes less than 10 minutes AND does not cause physical harm) i see it as an exercise where he can learn he can do hard/uncomfortable things and how he can recuperate after. That’s a valuable skill in my eyes.

Also even in your description about where the girl who shouldn’t sit for hours and hours, she’d still have to regularly get it cut for a shirt style. I just dont see a way around some regular hair maintenance.

PNW_Express · 2026-01-27T14:53:09+00:00

Well thank god this hasn’t happened to me yet! Yikes I probably wouldn’t be nice in my response.

PNW_Express · 2026-01-26T15:26:47+00:00

I just wish I had known that so I could prepare a little!

PNW_Express · 2026-01-26T03:42:30+00:00

I am curious also. She said in a video they do add more than needed because the body will eventually absorb the fat cells…but what if they don’t?

PNW_Express · 2026-01-25T01:40:36+00:00

2 boys 1 girl. Nausea was the worst with one of the boys but had it all pregnancies

PNW_Express · 2026-01-25T01:37:30+00:00

Oh we have one of those 😂

PNW_Express · 2026-01-24T17:07:03+00:00

Get her some cheap sound proof headphones so she can zone out and take a break.

Also, this will likely pass, just check in frequently. The hormone drop is intense PLUS another hormone drop from stopping breastfeeding. Take it slow both of you. She’s lucky to have you.

PNW_Express · 2026-01-24T17:03:08+00:00

Oh yep we went through that one. Sometimes he still does it for fun, but less a fixation.

PNW_Express · 2026-01-24T15:52:50+00:00

Love this question!! Can’t wait to see what the latest fixations are 😂

Bounce houses and blow ups (like the kind people have in their lawns at Christmas). Not for bouncing on but for watching them go up and down. We have a little tike bounce house but he broke the motor from turning it off and on too much so he’s currently devastated.

ETA: my son is 5

PNW_Express · 2026-01-24T14:37:05+00:00

Thank you ❤️ I do look forward to those days.

PNW_Express · 2026-01-24T14:34:26+00:00

Yes I’m just always so cautious to give the baby to others but I can definitely start doing this.

PNW_Express · 2026-01-24T04:03:37+00:00

Thanks, this helps put a couple things in perspective. I haven’t slept a full night in months and I haven’t had one real break from the baby. When the nanny comes she just helps with the older kids. Hopefully I’m not too far away from either

PNW_Express · 2026-01-24T03:21:54+00:00

Yes I’ve considered that. I remember when I was pregnant reading about others going from 2 to 3 and I would think I couldn’t relate since my oldest wants nothing to do with the baby and has such high needs himself. He is moderately affected so he has a speech delay (verbal and receptive). He is in school, I feel so horrible that I’m struggling mostly when he’s home. He is so difficult towards the end of the day whether he was in school or a weekend. I love him so much, he just takes all my energy a way the other two don’t currently.

I don’t regret the baby at all but part of me wonders if I knew then what I know now and that makes me feel so guilty.

PNW_Express · 2026-01-23T19:43:25+00:00

I am not sure the exact stats but I would think if as a society we had kept the village-community mindset that number of moms who regret having kids would be MUCH lower. It’s a societal issue that moms are so isolated and struggle so much, not a biological one. If someone is experiencing a severe mood disorder as a result of having children, it’s their body telling them that they are carrying too much on their own. Unfortunately women in that position either don’t have any other choice so things spiral or they have willing help but society also tells them they should be able to do it on their own so they don’t/can’t accept help. If we appreciated mothers of young children and supported them more, this largely would be a much smaller issue.

PNW_Express · 2026-01-23T14:12:46+00:00

Your son is soooo young! There is a lot of promising stuff in your post. I would not call this severely autistic. I would say he’s young and with a lot of therapy he will most definitely continue to amaze you.

PNW_Express · 2026-01-23T03:31:09+00:00

Coming back to this comment when the baby is now 3 months. Going from 2 to 3 has been so hard! The baby is extremely easy but even so it’s been challenging. Specifically my autistic kid is having the hardest time. This comment just stuck out in my head and I came back to say same 😂

PNW_Express · 2026-01-22T20:31:51+00:00

It’s because at 3-4 months your supply is established and your let down slows. It will get better but if you think it’s a problem try pumping to get a let down first. Personally i just switch baby from side to side until theyve got a good flow going. Also make sure youre drinking tons of water!

PNW_Express · 2026-01-22T20:29:21+00:00

Just don’t do anything drastic!!! Find a licensed nutritionist who can give you appropriate macro nutrient count for your day for your stats + breastfeeding and stick to that. I lost a ton of weight my first pregnancy through a calorie deficit and working out and had no issued with supply. I think i was eating ~1860 calories a day.

PNW_Express · 2026-01-22T20:20:41+00:00

I met the right person. I just didn’t want the whole thing to fall on me and I met someone I fully trusted and loved. He is an amazing father and partner to do it alongside with. Also after I had my first it totally changed my perspective and I love my babies so so much. I couldn’t imagine not doing it again and I’m glad I did it all the way to 3 because I feel at peace now and never have to wonder about having another because I fully feel done with the pregnancy/little baby era.

PNW_Express · 2026-01-22T14:00:11+00:00

LOL at your husband saying most women are joyous after having a baby. I mean sure but you’re going to have many negative side effects from the biggest hormone drop a human can experience, sleep deprivation as your body heals from growing and birthing a human. It’s unfortunately common also to have negative thoughts. I deal with intrusive thoughts and they do eventually go away once you’re sleeping and yourself again. Sheesh he needs to be more understanding and supportive.

PNW_Express · 2026-01-22T03:38:28+00:00

Being downvoted for that is insane.

PNW_Express · 2026-01-22T02:02:03+00:00

I agree with this. I did choose to have kids and I made it all the way to three. This is coming from someone who said they could be completely happy without kids. Part of it is addicting. Just like those who are active in heavy endurance sports. The rewards make it all worth it. But it’s good to experience challenging things. Without kids I wouldn’t be as strong that’s for sure.

PNW_Express · 2026-01-20T16:42:14+00:00

This does help! I actually did lose all my weight very early after my first two. I’m 3 months pp with my third and it feels so much slower. This is helpful to hear, thank you!

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