Autism | Autism in Our Nest

Third Child Parenting Style

January 16, 2019January 16, 2019 Autism, Parent, parenting, Third Child Parenting 35

When Declan was born I had planned to be a more relaxed parent. Was I able to achieve this goal even though Declan had different needs? Find out, here!

Chew on This!

January 9, 2019 Autism, Chewy Necklace, Chewy Tube, Oral Sensory Needs, Oral Sensory Toys, Sensory Needs, Sensory Toys, Trampoline 24

Seeing all my pencils without erasers was a big reminder of ALL of Declan’s sensory needs. Read more about oral sensory needs, here!

Declan Goes to Boot Camp!!

January 7, 2019 Autism, Boot Camp, exercise, High-5!, Sensory Needs, Social Interaction, weight, weight gain 17

We had another first – Declan went to boot camp! Read more about his trip – here!

The Dreaded Red Folder

January 3, 2019 Autism, IEP, learning, Occupational Therapy, School, services, Special Education, Speech 18

With every IEP there comes a time for possible change, which is very stressful. Read more about this, here!

Back on Track

January 2, 2019 Autism, Christmas, schedule, School 17

After a fun holiday season filled with celebration, it is time to go back to school – MUCH to Declan’s dismay. Read more about this, here!

Enjoying the Magic of Christmas

December 19, 2018 Autism, Christmas, Parent, School 21

I volunteered in Declan’s classroom today and felt the magic of Christmas. Read more about it, here!

My Little Honey Badger

December 18, 2018 Autism, Christmas, Fun, Parent, Sensory Needs, Sensory Seeking 6

Decorating the tree this year for Christmas I came across an old ornament that reminded me of when Declan was a baby. Read more about the ornament and what I have learned through the years, here!