ASD Moms: Click Here for Help with Diagnosis, Treatment, Potty Training, Meltdowns and More!

[Cafe Naomi]

Welcome to Autism: Support Across the Spectrum!

You're in just the right place for support, information, tips, and advice from moms just like you!

Visit the links below to find help with some of the most common issues facing moms with children on the spectrum:

• Diagnosis/Symptoms
   
• Treatment Options
   
• Meltdowns & Tantrums
   
• Discipline
   
• Potty Training
   
• School/Early Intervention/Resources

Plus, see what ASD moms are talking about today in Spectrum Support.

You can jump right in by replying to one of the discussions above or start a post of your own.

  We're so glad you've joined us!

[Cafe AmyS]

Hi there.  Welcome to the group.

Quoting lucjen2:

Hello everyone! I am a Mom of 3! My oldest has FINALLY received  diagnosis's of PDD (Pervasive Developmental Disorder) Which is a pretty broad disorder that encompasses high functioning form of Autism, an anxiety disorder, depression, and Mild ADHD. He also holds an IEP at school for Speech (expressive and written language) and receives specialized services for that. He struggles in school whether it be retaining information, making friends, or being bullied. He tries and that is all I can ask for any of my children.My Middle has an extreme case of ADHD which for now is under control with medication. Now that he has the right med's he is thriving at home and in school making A-B Honnor roll for the first time! My youngest shows no signs or symptoms of anything. She does well in or out of school. I am joining this group in hopes to meet other Mom's that are going through the same or similar things our family is going through.

[Cafe AmyS]

I'm not sure.  You might need to talk to a teacher at your child's school to see who they might recommend.  I'm surprised you didn't find someone on Care.com, since they advertise that they can help with so many different situations.

Quoting RENOTTA:

Help!  How can you find a sitter who can roll with the punces (almost literally) and be a help with meds, supplements, etc.  We just can't find anyone.  Between my sons outbursts and trying to make sense of his food allergies, food restrictions, medications and supplements we can't find anyone.  Where is a good place to start?  We tried Care.com and we tried an agency. 

[Cafe AmyS]

Welcome to the group!

Quoting mommylovesyou88:

i am glad to be part of this i have two kids with autism and hihg on the spectrum also who has adhd very high as well i am hoping to meet moms on here to help me guide me threw it my son is 8 and my daughter is 6 my son is learning how to hit people now and is hitting me i am taken his games away and other things he loves to do, but the sad part is he only does this to me any idea why kids on the spectrum treat there mothers in some ways they treat others ?

[Cafe AmyS]

Hi!  Welcome!

Quoting mommylovesyou88:

hi there my children have autism as well and high on adhd i am on this site to, to find out how to control there adhd they get into everything and make a mess hope to here from u soon

[lynellskenley]

so need this !!!!!!!!

[lynellskenley]

I really need help my son is an aspie he was diagnosed when he was 4 years old every year gets a little harder it seems i work a 40 hr a week job with late nights and some Saturdays i have been there for 6 years almost but today i don't know if i am going to have a job because kenley has been acting up at summer care throwing chairs calling other children names running from the counselors he has been going there for 2 years for summer and afternoon care i really need a job i can be with him more i guess but i just don't know what to do please help

[lynellskenley]

I really need help my son is an aspie he was diagnosed when he was 4 years old every year gets a little harder it seems i work a 40 hr a week job with late nights and some Saturdays i have been there for 6 years almost but today i don't know if i am going to have a job because kenley has been acting up at summer care throwing chairs calling other children names running from the counselors he has been going there for 2 years for summer and afternoon care i really need a job i can be with him more i guess but i just don't know what to do please help

[jismith]

Hello mommys! The therapist just diagnosed my s.s with R.A.D.S, P.T.S.D, Aspergers, and pervasive devevelopmental disorder. We have to go out of town to get a formal diagnosis and I am needing some help from other moms! We are trying to make a daily schedule for him with pictures but have no idea what im doing!!! help please!

[alelita]

hi there my son is 3 years old and has just being diagnose with mild autism is so hard to put himin bed without daily stragule . what can i do for him not to have such a melt down screaming kicking bitting is awfull please help!