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I did something this week that I never thought I’d do. I started my son on a prescription of Paxil.
Yes, I too used to snub my nose at people who “medicated their children.” Who “took the easy way out.” It’s so easy to pass judgment when it’s...
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My almost 3 1/2 year old daughter was diagnosed with PDD a couple of months ago. That was a big change and eye opening for all of us. We have then changed her diet and are giving her supplements, she now goes to school 3 hours a day for five days with other children on the autism spectrum. Now my...
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Did you know that 93% of all human communication is non-verbal? That means we read each other’s facial gestures, body language and scent. Just think of what that would mean if you lacked the ability to read non-verbal communication? Do you think that would affect your empathy level?...
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My son was born after midnight during the cooler days of May, before the Central Valley could blaze triple-digit temperatures.
The delivery room was packed full of people. The doctor, several nurses, my husband, my parents and my mother-in-law were in attendance. As my son emerged into the...
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Pride, a mother's pride, a team's pride, a community's PRIDE.......we had the most fabulous day at cheer camp. This team works so hard. These kids support each other, work together and are gaining so many skills. Take a minute, check out the PRIDE in their faces. And I am...
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Is there such a thing as too much information when it comes to a disability? I still don’t think so, but it’s something my subconscious has been mulling over these last few days. I’ve really enjoyed this summer with my son. His moods have been much more enjoyable than last year...
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There is something right around the corner, stalking me like a predator. Something I’ve known was out to get me for years now. Something I just can’t run away from, or avoid. Man cub getting his drivers license!
His sweet sixteen is just around the corner. I...
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After recently moving the TV out of my bedroom, I found a renewed appreciation for what a sanctuary that precious room in the house can be. A feeling I didn’t have every time I dared to step a toe into my son’s bedroom.
Think “teenage boy room” and a deluge of...
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We received the results of man cub’s neuropsych evaluation last week. All three of us drove over to the medical offices where only a few weeks back I found myself camped out in their lobby while man cub underwent a long series of tests. The Dr. who worked with man cub was really wonderful...
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THE PRIDE OF POWER
Special Needs Cheerleading Team
IS LOOKING FOR ATHLETES OF ALL AGES AND ABILITY FOR THE 2009/2010 CHEER SEASON
PRACTICES BEGIN IN JUNE
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IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN JOINING...
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(warning-it's a long one!)
Over Spring Break I attended a lecture on Autism at the Sacramento, CA Sutter Hospital lead by Dr. Michael Chez. I had already been reading a wonderful book about college and students with Autism and Aspergers Syndrome and was eager to hear what the medical community...
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While planning a graduation party for my son, I was thinking back to how far he’s come these 15years and what a huge roll I’ve had to play in that. People always tell me “If it weren’t for you, man-cub would never be where he is today.” I brush it off with a smile...
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When my son was in the third grade, I had the opportunity to attend a life-changing workshop. The workshop was presented by the Davis Joint Unified School District and was all about organization skills and children on the Autism Spectrum. I know this sounds dull, but stay with me here.
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My son and I were driving home from Sacramento the other day and he asked me an interesting question (most of our great conversations take place in the car). “Mom, did you ever think I’d turn out the way I am today?” I was genuinely shocked. My honest answer was...
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(Apologies to any "Evita" fans.)
So we've begun the assessment process for Bee's ABA program. I watched for a couple of hours as two people played and engaged with my boy one afternoon, all while figuring out his strengths and deficits. I have to say it was a total relief. For the...
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