~Autism and aggression~ I have blogged many times about the injuries we deal with as a result of meltdowns and rages associated with Autism. Right now the main aggressor in…
~Progression and regression: The ebb and flow of Autism~ Gavin is......driving me crazy. I know, short trip.....right? I don't think people understand just how completely overwhelming Autism can actually be.…
I picked the boys up from school today. Today is Wednesday and that means Gavin has his blood work today. Normally I would drop Elliott off at home and then…
As special needs parents we are ALL probably familiar with the IEP's (Individualized Education Plan). It's that time of year again. We had to do our end of the year…
~Potty training a child with Autism can be a challenge~ Potty training and Autism don't always go well together. We REALLY struggled with Gavin but Elliott was pretty easy once…
Anyone that has followed this blog over the past year has heard me talk about Gavin's issues with self-injury. Gavin, when angry, frustrated or extremely anxious will self-injure. We have…
With the van sitting dead in the driveway things have become a bit more complicated. My parents are nice enough to let us borrow their car. It solves one problem…
Today just needs to be over already. How much more can we possibly take much more of this. It's only Monday so that doesn't hold well for what the rest…