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 My autism world 🧩 Being a mother caring for my son with autism can be both rewarding and challenging. It involves providing support, understanding, and love to help my son navigate the unique challenges that come with autism. It may also involve seeking out resources, therapies, and interventions that can help my son thrive and reach his full potential. It's important to remember that every individual with autism is unique, so what works for one person may not work for another. It's also important to take care of yourself as a caregiver, as it can be emotionally and physically demanding. Is there anything specific you would like to know or recommend about being a mother caring for an autism son are daughter ?

  Why Rewards May Improve Your Autistic Child's Behavior So yesterday we start rewarding with my son expected behavior can be very motivating to your child. A reward can be something as simple as a smile or saying “well done”. Other, for me and Brad his rewards is $20 each day he get $1:00 if he start to misbehave I would minus 50 cents, so far he’s doing good  A reward system is a structured approach to reinforcing desired behaviors or skills by offering something desirable or pleasurable as a consequence. Brad want to earn his $20 so he can buy his Lego  

  It’s that time of year: back-to-school. And while there is no denying that the transition from summer to school, especially new schools, can be stressful for autistic students and their families, it is also a time of renewal. With each new school year comes a chance to set new goals and reignite hope.so are you ready am never ready     #Livebeyondautism

 Dear Autism family  Ok teacher called you everyday to tell you about your child behavior. In my 👁️ sometimes they called you for more bad rather than good. 🧩 But as a mother my child’s mental health is more important than their grade  Life isn’t easy and there will always be some sort of battle that we all have to face every day. Don’t let today. Don’t let the IEP, behavior chart, teachers the trouble at break time Challenge Weaken you because whatever life throws at you, you will always have the strength to move forward  Livebeyondautism

  Dance as a form of expression Dance can be a major resource for children with autism, especially those who are nonverbal. Dance uses the body as a way of communicating instead of the use of words. Depending on the movement, the body can tell a story that the child might not be able to express any other way. From sadness, frustration, or love, with dance, you are teaching your child how to express themselves in a way they will enjoy, without the expectation of trying to verbalize their feelings. Livebeyondautism

Dear mom with kids  Autism and Sleep: How to Get a Child with Autism to Sleep Autism and sleep is a hot topic in the special needs community. In fact, I once read that more than 50% of children with autism struggle with sleep disturbances of some kind.  Autism and sleep patterns Most families with small children not just autism experience some form of sleep disturbances due to sleep regressions, teething, sicknesses, night terrors, and potty training. This is a fact for me Brad have difficulties falling asleep  So children on the autism spectrum, on the other hand, tend to have difficulties falling and staying asleep, and they often sleep LESS than their neurotypical peers. Feelings of anxiety, and sensory processing issues. So, how do you improve the amount and quality of your child’s sleep How to Get a Child with Autism to Sleep If autism and sleep is a challenge in your household, the first thing you want to do is try to figure out WHY. Does your child have sensory issues? Does he/s

As a mom, it can be tough to take time for yourself. You always feel like you’re behind and there’s never enough time in the day as it is. But taking some time for yourself is crucial for your own happiness   and well-being. Here are 10 helpful ways to take time for yourself as a mom without feeling guilty. When I had my kids, I remember feeling overwhelmed. I was so used to being independent and taking care of myself that it was hard to handle all the new emotions and responsibilities that came with motherhood. On top of that, I felt guilty any time I wanted to take a break or do something for myself. Mothers time and time again continue to put themselves last and their needs on the back burner. We take care of our families, our homes, our jobs, and everything else in between but when do we ever take care of ourselves? The answer is usually never. It is important to take time for yourself because it allows you to recharge and come back even more refreshed and ready to take on motherho