All About Autism

[schweppes]

ImMeeMee:

It was an inspirational moment for me.

Thanks for sharing, IMM.

At the end of the day, we are mothers who want the best for our children. I tell myself constantly not to give up and soldier on, even though there are days which gets me down. Whatever each day brings, we need to be strong and believe that they are getting better each day.

Small steps... small steps... and we will all eventually arrive. Getting there :xedfingers:

[trijoy]

schweppes,


Thanks…

[trijoy]

Hi Parents,


I was thinking what’s the homeopathy about ? and anyone tried before on the kids ? any feedbacks are welcome …

[goodlifemaids]

trijoy:

Hi Parents,


I was thinking what's the homeopathy about ? and anyone tried before on the kids ? any feedbacks are welcome .....

Some people told me it works. Please read this for more info : http://www.homeopathysnc.org/homeopathy_and_autism.htm

[Lavina]

Hello,

I am new to this forum
My son is currently sec3 and has mild autism.

I remember calling some schools in our neighbourhood before we register for P1. We spoke to either the principal or vp. One principal was very positive and invited us to go down for a meeting. He was very supportive and of course our son went to that school (luckily we managed to ballot in). Unfortunately the principal left the school after 2 years.

That said, I think no matter which school our child attends, the teachers are the most important. And I believe if we are understanding (eg when the teacher complains) and supportive (eg work with the teacher to manage the situation), most teachers are kind and want to help.

For instance, in P1, every Wednesday the first (and sometimes second) period is teachers meeting. ALL the children are doing silent reading in the hall with only prefects maintaining order. My son was jogging round the hall, making noise the entire time. In the end, I send my son to school late every Wednesday and stayed with him until lesson commence.

HTH : )

[ImMeeMee]

Lavina:

Hello,

I am new to this forum
My son is currently sec3 and has mild autism.

I remember calling some schools in our neighbourhood before we register for P1. We spoke to either the principal or vp. One principal was very positive and invited us to go down for a meeting. He was very supportive and of course our son went to that school (luckily we managed to ballot in). Unfortunately the principal left the school after 2 years.

That said, I think no matter which school our child attends, the teachers are the most important. And I believe if we are understanding (eg when the teacher complains) and supportive (eg work with the teacher to manage the situation), most teachers are kind and want to help.

For instance, in P1, every Wednesday the first (and sometimes second) period is teachers meeting. ALL the children are doing silent reading in the hall with only prefects maintaining order. My son was jogging round the hall, making noise the entire time. In the end, I send my son to school late every Wednesday and stayed with him until lesson commence.

HTH : )

thanks for sharing, Lavina. You and your ds must have come a long way.

i do think that sometimes it takes a stroke of luck for certain things to come, or go, like the good principle leaving.

just wanted to know from fellow mothers with special needs children whether you are working full time or part time, or SAHM. Reasone being I am a FTWM, and am grateful that I have good family support. but recently i have been progressively thinking about going part-time, so that i can spend more time with the family, especially dd3. the next 2 years will also be more crucial, as dd3 goes into the k1k2 stage and school placement options become a real issue.

i know there is no right or wrong, and one man's meat is another man's poison. i should also be making a decision based on my family's specific context which i would be in the best position to assess. but still, the emo and vulnerable part of me just wanted some compansionship in this decision making process. currently work is good and prospects are promising - but i am clear that this takes backstage when I am making such decisions.

so do share. TIA.

[mommsie101]

hi everyone, there is a book on this woman named Temple Grandin. very inspiring story. Watched part of the film which dictates her story. It might encourage you! It even encouraged me…

[pingsped]

ImMeeMee:

but recently i have been progressively thinking about going part-time, so that i can spend more time with the family, especially dd3. the next 2 years will also be more crucial, as dd3 goes into the k1k2 stage and school placement options become a real issue.

so do share. TIA.

FTWM vs SAHM

Most kids with moderate form of autism, (esp kids whose cognitive and behv profile are \"borderline\" - either mainstream/special school) show faster improvement if one parent is not working or working part-time.

Cos it's the closest thing to having therapy everyday.

I think most experienced therapists and PDs know that as we can see the difference, esp for parents who have higher education. Just look at the profile of kids & family background in Pathlight School & Rainbow Ctr (ASD program)

[ImMeeMee]

pingsped:

FTWM vs SAHM

Most kids with moderate form of autism, (esp kids whose cognitive and behv profile are \"borderline\" - either mainstream/special school) show faster improvement if one parent is not working or working part-time.

Cos it's the closest thing to having therapy everyday.

I think most experienced therapists and PDs know that as we can see the difference, esp for parents who have higher education. Just look at the profile of kids & family background in Pathlight School & Rainbow Ctr (ASD program)

thanks pingsped, for sharing the experience from the professional front. ref your comment about the profile of kids and family background in pathlight and rainbow, care to elaborate a bit?

[kiddo]

pingsped:

ImMeeMee:

but recently i have been progressively thinking about going part-time, so that i can spend more time with the family, especially dd3. the next 2 years will also be more crucial, as dd3 goes into the k1k2 stage and school placement options become a real issue.

so do share. TIA.

FTWM vs SAHM

Most kids with moderate form of autism, (esp kids whose cognitive and behv profile are \"borderline\" - either mainstream/special school) show faster improvement if one parent is not working or working part-time.

Cos it's the closest thing to having therapy everyday.

I think most experienced therapists and PDs know that as we can see the difference, esp for parents who have higher education. Just look at the profile of kids & family background in Pathlight School & Rainbow Ctr (ASD program)

pingsped, IMM HI,

I am no expert but think if Parents with child that need special attention,
If they can manage it , PTWM or SAHM rather than a FTWM will definitely benefit the child a lot because the mother will there to understand the need of the child better and made appropriate intervention on a daily basis small step to weir the child to the right progress.

Then with the time available, band in with parents with similar experience
along the way will help educate ourself and thus help better understand
the child unique needs.

Hope this is a little thot for you to go SAHM /PTWM. :hi5: