Declan lost his speech but with the help of his wonderful supports and musical movies, he is speaking again.
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Author: Robyn
Hello! My name is Robyn and I am a wife and mother of the 3 kids. I enjoy writing about our family adventures in my blog, "Autism in Our Nest."
The Lovable Bed Bug
Declan has many sleepless nights or early morning wake ups. Our adventures last night were no different.
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Bridging Comprehension Gaps
Are you facing comprehension gaps when communicating? Here are some special ways I help to communicate with my son, who has autism
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In His Time
Comparison is the thief of joy. Declan shines every day in his own way, and will reach all his goals – in his own time.
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Opportunity Knocked
My older kids and I took the opportunity to go to the pool today to have a different kind of pool fun
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Introversion Vs. Autism
“Oh my gosh, he looks just like you!” First day of school, first bus ride of the year, first time meeting new bus driver.
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Social Learning
“Is this where it goes?” I turn around to see Declan smiling, with his shirt laying across his head. “No!” I say and I
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Finding Happiness
“Way to go, Cate! Keep it up, you are almost there!” “Yeah!! You got it!!” I stood, I cheered her on like crazy. I
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Seeing Things For the First Time
Some things were too far away or too abstract for Declan to notice. But times have changed!
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“I Can’t Wear That!” Autism Sensory Issues
Remember the fun of getting ready to go back to school? Each year had new possibilities. As a kid, I changed schools a lot.
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