I took Noah to Gymboree today. He is still in the Level 3 class which has 12-16 month olds. He is 22 months old so he stands out. He is already a big boy but when he is with these children he towers over them. I wonder whether it is better for him to stay in a class with these younger children and work on communication development or whether he should be challenged by children his own age and observe their behaviors.... I plan to ask our therapists about this. I asked his Gymboree teacher about when he will be ready for the next class. She hesitated.... she told me that the last few classes he is "acting" like all of the other children. So, we are seeing some progress. I just don't know if it is realistic to think that he is going to act just like children his age. It may not happen. If that is the criteria for moving to the next class we may be waiting a long while.
This got me thinking about something that really bothers me.... Right now we can hide what is going on with Noah to an extent. But not for much longer. His age hides the disability he is struggling with. Very soon however it will be obvious to everyone that he isn't like his peers. I am dreading his second birthday. I know that sounds horrible. It will just be a reminder to me that he is struggling. That he isn't able to say words like other two year olds. That he may not even comprehend that he is getting gifts or pay attention to his birthday guests. I am preparing myself for this time to come. I know it will be so hard for me and my husband. It is hard enough that we are grieving but we haven't had to deal with the public's opinion. This will come soon.
God, my heart aches for my little boy. I want him to be healed. I want him to be whole. I want him to be happy and healthy. Lord please hear my desperate plea.
Showing posts with label signs of autism. Show all posts
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Saturday, March 9, 2013
Saturday, March 2, 2013
About to Begin CEASE Therapy and We are Excited!!!
Our homeopath sent us a chart for treatment over the next few weeks. Last Sunday we gave Noah Aconite. Today we gave him Cal. Carbonica and fat soluble Vitamin C. Monday will be the first day of the Hep B clearing! The homeopath says she is going slow to help with the detox reaction. We are staying at 30x for two weeks instead of one.
We are excited to start CEASE therapy and to see what positive results come with the clearings/detox. I am sure that the vaccines did not help Noah's development and probably contributed greatly to the situation we are dealing with now. I don't know if it is the sole reason for his autism but it may very well be. I also think at some point we will need to clear antibiotics since he was given 5 rounds of different antibiotics between 9 and 12 months... at the same time we noticed him going into a "fog" and not paying much attention to us. My gut tells me they also contributed to the autism.
I have read and been told by those going through homeopathy that you need to give it at least 6 months to see improvements. Some remedies may not be the right "fit" and it may take some time for the treatment to work on Noah. We are going to give it a good try.... probably a year. I hope that in a year from now we will see a significant difference in Noah. I pray that he blesses us with his sweet voice. I pray that he understands language better and engages with children and strangers without anxiety. I pray that his development catches up with his peers.
I will continue to post updates on how he does with this new treatment.
We are excited to start CEASE therapy and to see what positive results come with the clearings/detox. I am sure that the vaccines did not help Noah's development and probably contributed greatly to the situation we are dealing with now. I don't know if it is the sole reason for his autism but it may very well be. I also think at some point we will need to clear antibiotics since he was given 5 rounds of different antibiotics between 9 and 12 months... at the same time we noticed him going into a "fog" and not paying much attention to us. My gut tells me they also contributed to the autism.
I have read and been told by those going through homeopathy that you need to give it at least 6 months to see improvements. Some remedies may not be the right "fit" and it may take some time for the treatment to work on Noah. We are going to give it a good try.... probably a year. I hope that in a year from now we will see a significant difference in Noah. I pray that he blesses us with his sweet voice. I pray that he understands language better and engages with children and strangers without anxiety. I pray that his development catches up with his peers.
I will continue to post updates on how he does with this new treatment.
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
We just received a diagnosis for our son Noah
This is my first entry. I am starting this blog for a few reasons.... to help me process my feelings related to this journey. To document my son's progress and recovery. To meet others that are going through this situation as well.
My 19 month old son Noah was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder on December 11th, 2012. We have been concerned for quite some time. Last week the doctor confirmed our worst fear. Looking back, I had a gut feeling something wasn't quite right. As time went on I could see the differences between him and other children his age. His cousin, who is two months older, was always very interactive/social. When they spent time together I could see a huge difference in their behaviors. I tried to dismiss my feelings- telling myself that Noah had his own personality and quirks.
Here are some of the behaviors we noticed early on:
9-12 months- lack of eye contact. more interest in objects than people. loved spinning items. closing/opening doors. started daydreaming a lot/"zoning out". paid a lot of attention to details on toys (textures, specific parts). would often stare at lights, fans. shaking his head left to right (like he was saying no)-he would do this at bedtime but we were assured that this was normal.
When Noah was 15 months old, my mother happened to mention that she was concerned that he wasn't making eye contact with her and that this wasn't normal for a child this age. I immediately went online to do a search on google- up popped all of this information on autism. He had many of the red flag symptoms...
We immediately went to the pediatrician who made a referral to a developmental pediatrician. We were put on a 4 month waiting list and then referred to the early intervention program. He has been receiving one hour of occupational therapy since that time.
Some of the behaviors we see now at 19 months:
eye contact is sporadic
doesn't respond to his name often
stimming behaviors: shaking his head left to right, pacing, hand flapping when excited, spinning wheels, walking on toes from time to time
high anxiety around other children/social groups
does not point or wave
food aversions
delayed speech- says a few words but not purposeful words (doesn't say mama or dada or baba)
zones out
So what is next??? I am trying desperately to get him additional therapy and services. I thought it would be easier now with a diagnosis but I was dead wrong. I am running into brick walls. Waiting lists for 4 to 6 months. Financial limits, no insurance coverage for ABA. No parental training while we wait.
It is just so frustrating---- It is hard enough to receive this diagnosis, and it is made even worse when you can't get him the help he needs. I have purchased books, videos and will educate myself and family until I find training and help. I will keep calling and seeking help. I will keep trying for him. I don't have another choice.
My 19 month old son Noah was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder on December 11th, 2012. We have been concerned for quite some time. Last week the doctor confirmed our worst fear. Looking back, I had a gut feeling something wasn't quite right. As time went on I could see the differences between him and other children his age. His cousin, who is two months older, was always very interactive/social. When they spent time together I could see a huge difference in their behaviors. I tried to dismiss my feelings- telling myself that Noah had his own personality and quirks.
Here are some of the behaviors we noticed early on:
9-12 months- lack of eye contact. more interest in objects than people. loved spinning items. closing/opening doors. started daydreaming a lot/"zoning out". paid a lot of attention to details on toys (textures, specific parts). would often stare at lights, fans. shaking his head left to right (like he was saying no)-he would do this at bedtime but we were assured that this was normal.
When Noah was 15 months old, my mother happened to mention that she was concerned that he wasn't making eye contact with her and that this wasn't normal for a child this age. I immediately went online to do a search on google- up popped all of this information on autism. He had many of the red flag symptoms...
We immediately went to the pediatrician who made a referral to a developmental pediatrician. We were put on a 4 month waiting list and then referred to the early intervention program. He has been receiving one hour of occupational therapy since that time.
Some of the behaviors we see now at 19 months:
eye contact is sporadic
doesn't respond to his name often
stimming behaviors: shaking his head left to right, pacing, hand flapping when excited, spinning wheels, walking on toes from time to time
high anxiety around other children/social groups
does not point or wave
food aversions
delayed speech- says a few words but not purposeful words (doesn't say mama or dada or baba)
zones out
So what is next??? I am trying desperately to get him additional therapy and services. I thought it would be easier now with a diagnosis but I was dead wrong. I am running into brick walls. Waiting lists for 4 to 6 months. Financial limits, no insurance coverage for ABA. No parental training while we wait.
It is just so frustrating---- It is hard enough to receive this diagnosis, and it is made even worse when you can't get him the help he needs. I have purchased books, videos and will educate myself and family until I find training and help. I will keep calling and seeking help. I will keep trying for him. I don't have another choice.
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