Waiting… The wait time for a child to be evaluated, for any type of disorder that even remotely falls on the “mental health” spectrum is abhorrent! When a family has a child that is facing a multitude of challenges, but they have zero resources to help their child, it leaves them feeling helpless and desperate. … Read More
Gymnastics programs are a great tool for kids; they promote fitness & health, coordination, flexibility, social skills, self-confidence, and discipline. These skills can particularly beneficial for kids with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. Since watching Gabby Douglas and Simone Biles compete in the 2016 Olympics Roo has been begging to give gymnastics a try! With our … Read More
We just got back from a trip to Disneyland for Roo’s 5th Birthday, and while overall it was a good trip, it had its difficult moments. Our first trip to Disneyland happened when Roo was a few weeks out from her 3rd Birthday. I picked that time because I wanted to make sure that she … Read More
Occupational Therapy with an ASD Occupational therapy focuses on enhancing participation in daily living activities. This includes feeding, dressing, as well as communication and social interaction. Occupational therapy has been a saving grace for us. Within 2 months of expressing concerns about Roo’s behaviors, we were being evaluated by an OT/PT that specializes in children … Read More
Our Life on the Spectrum Autism is a spectrum disorder; this means that Autism touches each person in a different way. It is almost like a fingerprint, there are general characteristics, but no two are exactly alike. Our sweet daughter, Roo happens to be one of the many children across the world that are on … Read More
As a traveling family, we always have to be prepared for every possible situation, this includes making sure we have essential comfort items for Roo. One of the items that we never leave home without is our Peltor Noise Reducing Earmuffs. Noise can be a major trigger for children on the spectrum or with a … Read More
