So after all the research I did over the internet, I decided to buy some few books that would help me guide my Zeddy in his ASD journey.
One of them is More than Words by Fern Sussman. The Child Dev doctor actually recommended this book and the internet moms are also suggesting that this is a good book to start with.
I'm halfway through the book and it is awesome so far.
It made me understand what exactly is ASD. It made me understand about their sensory issues reason why they do those weird stuff like lining up things, flapping their hands or running and jumping non-stop. I also understood Zeddy's current level of communication which helps in applying the correct approach of teaching and playing with him to interact more with us.
The book focuses on communication and socialization which is the main challenge of ASD kids. Don't expect it to tell you other things like how to calm your child during meltdowns or how to read their minds. But you can learn how to communicate with them so they can respond to your questions and tell you what they want and how they're feeling.
I realized today that my Zeddy is in the Requestor stage so for us to move on the next level, we need to implement Picture Exchange Communication System. Today I bought some magnetic sheets and planning to stick them at our doors and other places he could easily see to use it instead of the gestures.
Also, I need to be very very patient if Zeddy's progress won't be that quick because that's the thing about ASD, they have delays.
I'm kind of becoming obsessed in doing the home therapy with him. Hehehe. Mommy's love I guess.
One of them is More than Words by Fern Sussman. The Child Dev doctor actually recommended this book and the internet moms are also suggesting that this is a good book to start with.
I'm halfway through the book and it is awesome so far.
It made me understand what exactly is ASD. It made me understand about their sensory issues reason why they do those weird stuff like lining up things, flapping their hands or running and jumping non-stop. I also understood Zeddy's current level of communication which helps in applying the correct approach of teaching and playing with him to interact more with us.
The book focuses on communication and socialization which is the main challenge of ASD kids. Don't expect it to tell you other things like how to calm your child during meltdowns or how to read their minds. But you can learn how to communicate with them so they can respond to your questions and tell you what they want and how they're feeling.
I realized today that my Zeddy is in the Requestor stage so for us to move on the next level, we need to implement Picture Exchange Communication System. Today I bought some magnetic sheets and planning to stick them at our doors and other places he could easily see to use it instead of the gestures.
Also, I need to be very very patient if Zeddy's progress won't be that quick because that's the thing about ASD, they have delays.
I'm kind of becoming obsessed in doing the home therapy with him. Hehehe. Mommy's love I guess.
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