
My husband is going to school for Engineering (1.5 years left!) and I attended BYU for Nursing. We are members of the LDS Church which is why we feel like everything kind of happens for reasons we may not be aware of right away. You know, I have those days where I literally fall into bed at night...and then 15 minutes later our baby wakes up to be fed ;) It's exhausting being a mother of children with Autism. There's no shame in admitting that and it doesn't mean that you don't love your children. I've come to the realization that I don't have to look like I've got it together all the time. There's days where I've got a baby sleeping in one arm, I'm pulling a peanut butter sandwich out of my daughters belly button with the other while yelling at my son to stop playing in the dog food and add a puppy chi-weenie to all of that! It's my strong opinion that Heavenly Father only blesses strong, motivated, loving, patient parents with these children. You may not personally feel that way about yourself but as someone looking in, trust me you are =) Every parent I have every met with an Autistic child has been amazing. I often tell my husband that we were given these children because HF knew we would fight for their needs and that we're an awesome family! =)


This is our sweet little girl. She is 3. She has been diagnosed with Severe Autism and Mild Mental Retardation meaning she is much higher on the Spectrum than our son is.
Thank you for posting the triggers and symptoms of your children. As a mother of a son with autism that was helpful for me. I look forward to following your blog.
ReplyDeleteThis was very helpful. While I was reading it I felt as if it were about my own daughter. Identical symptoms. Our daughter was diagnosed a year ago. You have a beautiful family. You certainly know a lot for being new to the Autism community. I love it when I see other pro active parents. I agree wholeheartedly that only special parents are blessed with these wonderful children.
ReplyDeleteHey, my boys and I are in MO right now. I didn't know if you wanted to get together sometime. Text/call me if you're interested =)
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~Melissa