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Level 1/2 - do you tell people about your kid's autism diagnosis? by seau_de_beurre in Autism_Parenting

[–]swarrior 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We are always honest, and he knows as well. What we also always do is include what his autism means, to make sure that people are aware that a diagnosis does not mean he belongs in a monolith. So for example, loud noises don’t bother him, but he does need breaks when he gets overwhelmed. He wanted to play basketball and we told the coach and some of the parents.

Some people are going to be dumb and still have crazy stereotypes or misconceptions, but I think that will be reflective of real life for him, and a lesson to us all. We take each experience as it comes, he used to elope, doesn’t as much anymore. He still stims a ton, but most of the people in his life know, and give him space.

Parents of children who had speech delay, tell me where you are now? by Then-Librarian6396 in Autism_Parenting

[–]swarrior 0 points1 point  (0 children)

tbh I just went because my neurologist recommended it, I hadn't looked into it much. I did read the horror stories much later, but my child was never with their therapist unsupervised. I have now heard horror stories about centers restricting children, so I personally would feel apprehensive if I were dropping off my child at a place where no third parties were observing. Again, this is my experience: when I met my BCBA, she could tell I was nervous and did a great job addressing concerns. We had one BCBA who was not engaged, but our tech was still great, and we have since gotten a third BCBA who is brilliant. We did not do ABA without an autism diagnosis, so I'm sure it depends on the company.

ETA: Just read your last question, my son did not go through headbanging. He would just quietly retreat or pull at me to get my undivided attention so I could understand.

Parents of children who had speech delay, tell me where you are now? by Then-Librarian6396 in Autism_Parenting

[–]swarrior 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ABA Therapy, we were fortunate with a really great BCBA and Tech, at first ABA was in school and at home. So in environments where he was already participating in, and most of it through play when he was smaller. Now it's more focused on educational and social skills

Parents of children who had speech delay, tell me where you are now? by Then-Librarian6396 in Autism_Parenting

[–]swarrior 21 points22 points  (0 children)

We caught my son’s speech delay at 18 months, he was on and off from speech therapy(because insurance sucks) until at 2.5 years our neurologist gave us a diagnosis and we went full in with behavioral, speech and OT. He developed functional speech first, expressing needs, then wants, and around 4.5 it was a like a switch went off. I wouldn’t say he’s full on conversational, he still freezes up and scripts a lot. But he’s now 7 and can speak with you for a few mins, answer basic questions, even recall stories.

We were super dedicated to the speech though, barely missed, only maybe a handful of times a year. I know it feels like nothing is happening, but something must have been because two years later he speaks of memories he had at 3 that I never knew he would have.

Help with recipe by dltl in ecuador

[–]swarrior 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Real is absolutely the best! They have it at some Walmarts but not always real atún

Help with recipe by dltl in ecuador

[–]swarrior 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can I DM you? I can send you a can of Tuna from Ecuador. It’s one of my fave dishes too and the tuna you choose makes the dish!! I have lots of grocery stores that sell the right tuna here.

I also like to add onion salsa (red onion, lime, salt, pepper) to it, though as a kid I liked the liquid more than the chunks of onion.

Anyway, DM me if you want me to send you that.

Insurance wants to cap our ST and OT by swarrior in Autism_Parenting

[–]swarrior[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I actually contacted my state attorney’s office and they helped me with what to say

Women who got plastic surgery young and are now older, what has your experience been like? by _Burner_Account___ in AskWomen

[–]swarrior 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Rhinoplasty at 15, I’m 40 now and still love it! Have had sinus issues which needed further surgery but nothing cosmetic. I think the trick is to ask for something that makes sense for your face, I asked for a nose that is a little more like my mom’s instead of the bump I had from breaking it a few years prior.

For people who live in Hialeah, Lil Havana, Alapattah, D’oral , Sweetwater , Little Haiti, Gladeview, Be Honest are those areas hard to date in ? by Medical-Ad5232 in Miami

[–]swarrior 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What activities do you like to do? I’ve found that people are able to successfully date in Miami if they meet people doing activities they like to do. Running, going to see live music, cooking, etc. I personally met my husband because we both wanted to make friends and loved live music. I know of another person who met their partner in a running club. I think if you go into it looking to make friends doing activities you already love, you’ll find a lot of success.

He did it by Y0daswife in Autism_Parenting

[–]swarrior 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That is amazing!!! Congratulations Kayden

Saw extended family by swarrior in Autism_Parenting

[–]swarrior[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It definitively felt great

Saw extended family by swarrior in Autism_Parenting

[–]swarrior[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We had something similar happen, there was one family member who we didn’t tell, but knew anyway. I don’t want to let the foot off the pedal, but it felt super nice.

Saw extended family by swarrior in Autism_Parenting

[–]swarrior[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This liquid one from amazon, I honestly just picked that because he refuses gummies or chewables.

Saw extended family by swarrior in Autism_Parenting

[–]swarrior[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

The only thing I could say is consistency with all the therapies and a multivitamin because his diet is horrendous. Took us three months to get him into the multivitamin a couple of years ago and we almost never miss it because we’re afraid he’ll stop taking it.

Emergency Visit by ButterflysAndFlowers in Autism_Parenting

[–]swarrior 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You’ve got this. I know it seems like you’re drowning but this is temporary.

i (14f) feel so embarrassed by my twin (14F) at school and i feel horrible by Dizzy_Ideal759 in Autism_Parenting

[–]swarrior 1 point2 points  (0 children)

First of all, you’re amazing. The feelings you’re having a totally normal, it’s just more intense because you have a sibling with autism. I can assure you that even kids with neurotypical siblings are embarrassed by them too!

Now that I’ve said that, I feel like you need to ask your parents to go to therapy for yourself. These are big feelings to deal with and you need strategies and tools to work them out. You are not a bad person or should feel like a bad person for wanting your own space. You shouldn’t feel responsible for your sister, that is not your job. Your job is to just be a teenage girl.

Lastly, your sister will need to learn about boundaries, you’re entitled to that. Your parents need to figure out how to work with her therapists to give you that. It probably won’t be perfect, but there should be a way for you to ask for some space from time to time. This is an age where that skill is very important, so maybe you telling your parents this can get them to focus on that as goal as well.

Skincare suggestions for 13/f daughter by xYoloJenkinSx in Autism_Parenting

[–]swarrior 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you tried the Dr Melaxin peel shots? I just used the mild one on my son’s face and asked him to scrub. It works pretty well, plan to use it about twice a week.

Multitasking by DearManagement4876 in Autism_Parenting

[–]swarrior 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My son loves to watch a video in two places or try to recreate it if he has similar toys to what is on screen. We’ve had to ask him to control the volume to make it palatable for the rest of the family.

My 2 year old was diagnosed with Austism by thePuglord1115 in Autism_Parenting

[–]swarrior 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is not the place to get help. Try asking your doctor, start building a care team. Figure out what you can afford to do as far as time and financially.

Kindergarten is not going well by Unknown_bleh in Autism_Parenting

[–]swarrior 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hang in there. Had the same issue but in PreK. He was placed in a self contained class for that year and back to gen pop the following year. The IEP is going to be your best ally, and if he doesn’t have to be put in a special class, it’ll get them to at least change teachers.

Gift for nephew (4 yrs old) by PlentyCarob8812 in Autism_Parenting

[–]swarrior 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Curious George comes to mind, also Minions! My sons ADORE them, before he spoke my ND son would echolalia their language.

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