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Name: alexsmom99
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Hi my son was recently diagnosed as having Autism, he is 2 1/2. We knew that something wasn't right and decided to have him assessed. Even knowing in our hearts what the diagnosis would be, it hit my husband and I like a ton of bricks. I managed to hold it together that day but the next day is when it hit me...I think I cried the entire day.
He is going to be getting the help he needs soon (he will be starting at our local school, Stepping Stones) but we don't really know what to do next...we want to take every opportunity available to him and don't want to leave anything out.
I know we are not alone but some days it feels that way.
I long for the day when I hear my little man say "I love you Mommy"
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Name: msteele79 | Date: Jul 30th, 2012 8:44 PM
Hello, my name is Marianne and I read your story and it broke my heart. I was wondering if you have ever thought of getting a service dog? I work for an non-profit organization called "DogWish" we train and place service dogs for children with Autism and other mental illnesses. You would be amazed at the benefits having a service dog for your son can offer. You may look at the website Dogwish.org and you may also email me at [email protected] with any questions. Take care and take one day at a time. 

Name: Momhere | Date: Aug 1st, 2012 7:46 PM
Hi there. My name is Lauren and I completely understand how you feel right now. My son was dx'd at 23 months. He is now 7. I felt "alone" too. I still do at times. It feels like no one could possibly understand....but that is why sites like this are great. People do understand, others are going through it. I have done TONS of therapy, treatments etc for my son and would be happy to share anything with you. My son is still nonverbal and I too long to hear, "I love you Mommy". Hang in there, you aren't alone. We moms are all here to help! 

Name: Hollie uzzell | Date: Aug 6th, 2012 7:58 PM
Hello my name is Hollie. This is the first time I have really spoken to anyone online about my son so it feels really strange for me to open my emotions. My son is called Zachary and he is two and a half years old . He had recently been diagnosed with autism and the feelings that I have are so overwhelming!!! I knew something wasn't quite right from the age of 15 months but still when the words AUTISM are mentioned it feels like your world has hit a wall. Zachary is my everything, he is so special to me and I want him to have every opportunity in life that he can. It is so upsetting for me when I see his older brother talking and playing with friends....going to simple places like the supermark 

Name: Hollie uzzell | Date: Aug 6th, 2012 8:01 PM
And playing with his friends.....things that I hope Zachary will do one day. I do long and hope for the day that he says 'I love u mummy' and he has friends of his own. The thought of him being alone in his own world breaks my heart x 

Name: yakimany | Date: Aug 12th, 2012 11:15 PM
hello my name is yakima and my daughter hadiyah 5yrs old has autism. she is the last of three children my others are 12 and 9. I know exactly what your feeling because I felt the same way when Hadiyah was diagnosed 2yrs ago. I thought maybe she would never speak and I cried myself to sleep many nights. I drove myself insane on internet research. I work with autistic adults so I know what her outcome could be good and not so good. Today I cant shut her up..Dont give up and dont give in. she was even diagnosed with severe mr along with autism. Shortly after that diagnosis she proved not only could she talk when she wanted but she had taught herself to read. believe me we didnt teach her. my husband and i wasnt sure how much she understood so teaching her to read was far from our minds. Always talk to him and dont let him get away with pointing to get things he want. these kids are amazing at getting us to play their game.Hadiyah had no desire to talk until i stopped older sister from giving her everything just cause she pointed and whyned. It gets easier. if you have any questions feel free to contact me. 

Name: gauravs | Date: Aug 13th, 2012 4:26 AM
Hi,

We are going through the similar phase and have no clue what to do. Our 2.5 years old son is diagnosed as on ASD. I really want to talk to parents who have helped their kids to get some guidance.

Ms. Yakimany, can you please share your number / email? We really need some guidance....

Thank you,
Gaurav 


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