#specialneedsparenting

[jesuissid]

Yesterday, I read about one of my favorite autism advocates Temple Grandin. In her NASA Ames Summer Series Colloquium, she said, “People will be better able to solve problems if they understand that different people think differently.” So, I was inspired to create a pin that includes everything that Temple loved - and proved that being different is a source for solution. For the month of April, a portion of the proceeds for this pin goes to @templegrandinschool - Assistees.com #asd #autismawareness #autismacceptance #hypersensitive #autism #autismo #autisme #neurodiverse #neurodiversesquad #neurodiversefamily #disability #disabilityawareness #disabilitypride #disabilityrights #disabilitylife #specialneeds #specialneedsparenting #nonverbal #nonverbalautism #nonverbalcommunication https://www.instagram.com/p/B_AO1WwnoAL/?igshid=1panbctc0dn5d

[blindlove]

⁣ ⁣A relationship and/or marriage with a child/children in the mix is not easy; it can be even more challenging for parents with a special needs child. On this topic, proud to get my research article published in the Autism Parenting Magazine addressing marriage and autism. ⁣ For all couples navigating parenthood - find time to be a couple sans the child/children to improve stability, marital quality and marital satisfaction overall; your first priority is to one another. Empower your partner and make the time, despite the ongoing stress of juggling life. ⁣ ⁣ If you are a parent, relative or caregiver of an autistic child or work within the autism community, then @AutismParentingMagazine is a fantastic publication with endless resources to help you navigate this journey. Find out more and subscribe by going to the following link: https://www.autismparentingmagazine.com/subscriptions/ ⁣ ⁣ #therapy #couples #marriage #autism #autismawareness #autismcommunity #autismparents #autismfamily #specialneedsparenting #support #empower #maketime https://www.instagram.com/p/B0ycz6vp-Tb/?igshid=1thyzh92ftagq

[cheaper-by-the-half-dozen]

You might not understand what a site change means. You might not understand how draining diabetes can be. People tell me "I couldnt poke my child" I dont get a choice. I've seen my son in a coma. If I dont poke him he will be back in that coma in less than 48 hours. A pump means less pokes, even if your child is 2 and rips his sites out making you replace them a lot. I pulled all of this out and set it up and said "come here Finn" he shook his head no and refused to come to me. My son refused to come see me because he knew I was going to hurt him. Then I laid him down and started prepping the site. He bicycle kicked me trying to avoid the poke. Because even though he gets it a lot it hurts him. And then when I finally got his legs pinned and the poke happened he yelled at me and whimpered and tried to pull the site out so I had to pin his arms. And when it was said and done no hugs for mom because mom hurt him. I cant feel bad in the moment because I'm literally saving his life with a poke. But if I told you afterwards my heart wasnt broken I'd be lying. #diabetes is a bitch. If I could quit I would. #thisistype1 #type1diabetes #type1toddler @barbaradaviscenter @denverhealthmedical #t1d #t1dmom #toddlersofinstagram #parenting #specialneedsparenting #dexcomg5 @dexcom #medtronic670g @medtronicdiabetes https://www.instagram.com/p/Btugjc1B8Mi/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1byovgwvg9o0t

[amagicalshipper]

Special Needs Parenting Truth

No matter how much of a badass you feel like after strongly making your case and essentially getting everything you want in the IEP meeting when you get in bed that night you cannot shut off the reality that in half a school year no measurable progress has been made.

[lisaksalerno]

Portrait of my son Alex. This boy holds my heart! He is super-smart, creative, funny, and also a great dancer! He was also diagnosed with autism by the age of 2 (He is 7 today)...Everyday is an adventure with this one. Some days are a hard after a week of sleepless nights (his brain never completely shuts off and he is often awake, repeating certain songs and phrases...sometimes even in different languages, until the wee hours of the morning), and there are still some other struggles we are working on, but we laugh more than we cry now. Each day with this boy is a gift, and I have been so blessed to be mom and advocate for this incredible child! The following is an excerpt from an article that was published in the Autism Speaks blog 2 years ago this week about my portrait series featuring Alex and a few of his friends who are also on the spectrum...and how it was ultimately Alex who inspired me to paint again after a rough year following his diagnosis: "When I was finally able to dive back into my work, I needed to find a way to incorporate our new story into my art. So I started painting my son. I wanted everyone in the world to know what a wonderful boy he is, regardless of what diagnosis he had been given. I took some of his IEPs, progress reports, and evaluations, and tore them all up--as a way of rejecting the idea that my son can be tested, analyzed and labeled on these documents. His spirit is much too big to fit in a stack of papers! I collaged them into the background and also on his clothing (under his charming caterpillar drawings) as a statement of how he has to wear this diagnosis everyday… but just look at that smile on his face! There is so much strength in this boy. No twenty-page report can even begin to capture the essence of who he really is. Then, like a protective mommy, I used my paintbrush to create a safer distance between the paperwork and his face, for I want others to see as Alex as an individual first. The rest is just background." #art #autism #autismmom #autismspectrum #artism #painting #portrait #collage #ieps #fiercemommalove #collage #mixedmedia #specialneedsparenting #love

[wendywander7-blog]

My son's favorite color is red, so I always think of him when I use it. This one's for you, kiddo, as we begin another summer of challenge and growth. #quote #qotd #quoteoftheday #drruthwestheimer #drruth #calligraphy #lettering #handlettering #handwritten #italic #fountainpen #jinhaox750 #frankenpen #gouletnib #noodlersred #leuchtturm1917 #motherhood #specialneedsparenting #autism #autistic #autismmom #autismfamily #aspergerssyndrome #bulletjournal #bulletjournalquotes #bujo #bujoquotes #journal #wendywander7

[isupportfoundationbangalore]

Meltdowns are not “bad behavior.”

They are overwhelming moments where a child may struggle to process emotions, sounds, lights, or situations all at once. 💙

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[isupportfoundation]

Best Sensory Tools For Autism: A Complete Guide For Parents To Support Their Child’s Growth

Children with autism often experience the world differently through sounds, lights, touch, movement, and emotions. Sensory sensitivities can

Sensory support can help children feel calmer, more focused, and better regulated during everyday activities. 💙✨ Sensory-based tools and activities are often used to support attention, emotional regulation, learning, communication, and daily routines at home and school. Every child has different sensory needs, and the right support can make a meaningful difference in their development. Save this post for helpful sensory ideas for parents and caregivers. 🌈

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