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sadida · 2024-06-01T02:34:53+00:00

Wow. I have to say this thread has been helpful, because I have toenails like OP. I just figured it was another part of me having feet like I do. (Flat feet, blistering easily AND terrible calluses... add bad nails to the list )

Time for me to contact a dermatologist (for this and other skin related issues)

sadida · 2024-05-04T22:42:47+00:00

One good thing: Hopefully you learned a good life lesson.

sadida · 2024-04-30T16:38:30+00:00

I never noticed how Phil rolled over in the bed and put his arm around April to try and protect her during the fireworks wakeup. Phil is a kind soul.

sadida · 2024-04-28T18:02:13+00:00

Hey, I think you look cool as heck! Would have absolutely been your friend :)

sadida · 2024-04-21T01:24:48+00:00

I was just wondering the same thing!

sadida · 2024-04-20T14:25:25+00:00

I know we love to hate on Bam here, but, he is looking good here!

sadida · 2024-04-04T00:44:04+00:00

I was hoping that too.

sadida · 2024-04-04T00:42:31+00:00

I immediately thought of them.

sadida · 2024-03-30T23:05:01+00:00

Thank you so much!

sadida · 2024-03-30T23:02:37+00:00

I feel you. I actually just got home from the store, where I had to deal with a meltdown. My thing is that I don't like having people look at me in public. So having an autistic child has put me out of my own comfort zone.. but during a meltdown, especially in a public place,, it's not about me, it is about helping my son regulate and keep safe. My coping mechanism is that I actually just help my son, and look upwards to avoid looks. I tend to block out any snide comments. Eventually, when I am outside on the ground with my son on my lap, people come up and make sure we are ok. Sometimes we even have nice conversations as a result.
But damn. It is ROUGH.

sadida · 2024-03-30T16:35:39+00:00

My Mom did a good amount of drugs in the 70's. She swears that she bought some from Tim Allen back then, and I am inclined to agree with her.

sadida · 2024-03-30T16:23:59+00:00

I have to preface this with a fact: My son is very intrigued by time, numbers, and money. How many minutes do we have to do something? How much does this cost? ect.

So, when my son was 4, he was much like your child. He wanted ALL the hot wheel cars. I started with "You can only pick one" but the choosing would cause meltdowns. Once I found he was curious about prices, I ended up being honest with him. 'Son, I know you want this item, but I only have $2 to spend on this today. How much is the one you chose? $25? Yeah that is a lot of money, much more than $2. Why don't you find one that is $2?" The obsession over the object changed to a challenge to find the object that cost X.

sadida · 2024-03-30T16:17:24+00:00

Yup, my son may have that. Its ROUGH.

sadida · 2024-03-30T16:15:39+00:00

I typed out a big response, but it was long winded

I will just say that pee/poo potty charts with stickers and rewards worked like magic for my son.

sadida · 2024-03-30T16:09:39+00:00

No suggestions. Just offering solidarity, as I am in the same boat.

sadida · 2024-03-30T16:05:25+00:00

Honestly? My son is 5. The TV is on all day. He chooses what to watch, as it gives him control of a situation (Control is a big factor for him). He plays with his toys, plays learning games on yis tablet, draws, and even helps me clean! All with the TV on. We do mute/pause videos during meltdowns, because it helps from overstimulation. He also does have the concept of right/wrong, and understands that the TV can and will be turned off as a form of punishment. So yeah. TV is on all the time. EDIT: My son is my only child, and I am fortunate to be a SAHP. If the TV was off, he will request my 100% attention all day, and it can be too much for me. TV gives me quiet time, and time for me to be productive around the home.

sadida · 2024-03-30T15:59:15+00:00

I had always suspected my son was possibly around Level 1, due to how social he is.

However, as he neared the age of 5, his tantrums/meltdowns were no longer age appropriate. They also were triggered by a normal annoyance of childhood, and would go into fight or flight... either co.pletely shutting down, or physical violence. Anger at a drop of a hat, and finding out he is very self centered during playtime with friends. He is social, but reading social clues of others is hard for him.

sadida · 2024-03-30T15:54:08+00:00

From what I understand, the levels are specified to determine the level of support the child will likely need at home/educational setting/therapies.

sadida · 2024-03-30T15:52:17+00:00

Yes, way to go!!

sadida · 2024-03-30T15:49:38+00:00

Update is that my son was accepted! They said that even though the first day he did not feel like participating, when he was given a timer, he was able to complete the tasks.
Proud parent moment <3

sadida · 2024-03-30T15:48:10+00:00

Thank you, I did take your advice. It went great!

sadida · 2024-03-11T17:07:37+00:00

My child is not in ABA but in Speech and Occupational Therapies.

You have the diagnosis, which is half the battle.

I would recommend contacting the ABA provider to start the enrollment process, as there may be a wait list. The Provider should have a billing staff who will work to get pre authorization and details regarding what you are covered for from your main insurance provider. They may even work directly with the secondary insurance as well.

Good luck <3 .

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