Posts by mamarhu

My favoritest aunt was that type - "Ooh, careful! You'll fall! Too high!" and on and on. It became a joke between my brother and me, and in the end did no lasting harm. And, yes, my brother has ASD and anxiety issues.  

Did anyone mention memberships to local museums, the zoo, etc.? Initial investment was less than 2 times admission for my whole family, but a year of fun! Our interests have changed from the children's museum to art and history...

You got some good suggestions above, and I am glad things are working out. But to look at the original post from a different perspective...   May I suggest to separate your child's anxieties from the MIL part? I think you said...

Quote: Originally Posted by Linda on the move  Part of my job is to track his behaviors during the day and then tell his parent at pick up. I kinda want to give the mom a hug. This is her baby boy, and as a parent I would find...

Quote: Originally Posted by ollyoxenfree  For items like internet access, computers and cell phones, I think many teens are in a position to either help make the decision where to cut back or take on some of the...

There is a huge financial change (and lifestyle change!) between being childless and having one baby. Housing, neighborhood choices, work schedules or lack of same, even car choices are altered to accommodate a baby. But once you are...

Perhaps The Explosive Child, by Ablom, Greene. Not specific to your dx or any other, this book offers insight into the causes of behavior, and some strategies for problem solving.   Good luck!  

My income/lifestyle is about to dramatically increase (getting a house with my elderly Mom, and our combined income will be huge). In addition to savings, it will be important to me to be conscious of "good spending". I look forward to...

Over the years, I have generally also used the "priorities/choices" explanation. We have had some tough times - never hungry, but also rarely much for extras. My kids know that when I have extra money, I share it with them. Our housing...

Will he drink smoothies? I called them milkshakes (not above a bit of lying and manipulation!) and used them to hide many foods.