Counting for him is fun but when he’s willing I always try to teach functional, conversational language. Where my ASD moms at.? ❤️#autismawareness #speechtherapy #gestaltlanguageprocessing
Find old ladies & becomes friends with them. Divorce? They’ve done it (some twice). Raising kids? They’ve been there, done that, survived it. Finances, work, staying sober, getting brutally honest—they call me out with love every week. No judgment, just truth, guidance, and a whole lot of wisdom. I can show up as my messy, real self, and they hold space for me. So yeah… find some old ladies and hang with them consistently. It might just save your life too. #WeDoRecover
Taking out the trash without being asked too?! This is more than some grown a$$ men do 😂😂 Giving my kids chores isn’t just about getting help around the house (though, let’s be real, that part’s amazing)—it’s about helping him feel capable, included, and proud. It builds confidence, responsibility, and gives me a solid five minutes to load the dishwasher without someone climbing the counters. Turns out, little kids want to contribute… and it’s kinda awesome to watch. 😭❤️ #asdmom
He wanted to play chase so I agreed but first we practice some functional language! preferred activities are the perfect opportunity to practice new language for us. Teaching my child to speak in scripts first isn’t a step back—it’s a powerful step forward. Gestalt language processing means he learns language in chunks, like favorite phrases or movie lines, and over time, those scripts break down into meaningful, spontaneous speech. This approach meets him where he is, and it’s been beautiful watching his voice unfold in his own unique way. #GestaltLanguageProcessing #AutismAcceptance #ChildLedCommunication #EcholaliaIsCommunication