Insparenting

To answer the above question, you’d better check out these symptoms:

• Letter or word reversals when reading. (Such as was/saw, b/d, p/q).
• Letter or word reversals when writing.
• Difficulty repeating what is said to them.
• Poor handwriting or printing ability.
• Poor drawing ability.
• Reversing letters or words when spelling words that are presented orally.
• Difficulty comprehending written or spoken directions.
• Difficulty with right - left directionality.
• Difficulty understanding or remembering what is said to them.
• Difficulty understanding or remembering what they have just read.
• Difficulty putting their thoughts on paper.

Busy, busy and busy…that’s all your excuse to your kids whenever they tell you that they have a big event in their life and they wish you could come and be part of it.

You see their sad face, leaving you with disappointment. I know, you must feel sad, too. But, you keep telling yourself that there’s nothing you can do.

Well, you’re wrong, dear. There’s something you can do. Of course you can rearrange your meeting schedule. You can bring home some stuff you need to do. You can talk to your boss to get someone replacing you.

There are lots of things you can do. The problem is…are you willing to do it?

Now, imagine your kids’ sad face. Their disappointment

To start, try spending a little time with your beloved ones. Yes, an hour a day would be a great big start.

Look at their happy face…it will give strength for you to try your best to be there whenever they need you.

Trust me…

Here’s what I took from CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention)

About Autism
“Autism spectrum disorders (ASDs) are a group of developmental disabilities defined by significant impairments in social interaction and communication and the presence of unusual behaviors and interests. Many people with ASDs also have unusual ways of learning, paying attention, or reacting to different sensations. The thinking and learning abilities of people with ASDs can vary – from gifted to severely challenged. ASD begins before the age of 3 and lasts throughout a person’s life. It occurs in all racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups and is four times more likely to occur in boys than girls.”

As a mother, sadly, I can say nothing about autism. I don’t know what I would think if my child is diagnosed to have autism.

Maybe I could be or feel like The Woman with One Red Shoe?

or… like This Mom?

All I could say is, for moms and dads who have children with autism, I’m so proud of you. I’m so proud that you all are able to struggle with this situation, with all of your great endeavor and patience…

and LOVE ….

Preterm Birth Rate Continues Rise; March Of Dimes Calls For Congress To Pass PREEMIE Act
“The preterm birth rate edged up again, continuing a nearly 25 year trend. Preliminary statistics released today by National Center for Health Statistics showed that the number of babies born before 37 weeks completed gestation was more than 520,000 last year, raising the preterm birth rate to 12.7 percent of all births, the fifth consecutive annual increase.”

Parents Reminded To Monitor Infants’ Fluoride Consumption
“The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently announced it will permit bottlers to make claims that fluoridated water may reduce the risk of tooth decay. The FDA’s decision means bottlers may now claim what dentists have long known — that optimally fluoridated water helps prevent tooth decay.”

Children love to sing and dance. These activities are very good to stimulate their language and physical development.

Here are three ways to encourage them more in these fun things:

• Repeating a song - Sing a song slowly with correct and clear intonation, pronunciation, and melody. Let your little ones follow you and repeat the song with your help. The next time they sing, encourage them to sing it by themselves. Give them applause when they finish no matter the result will be. It will motivate them to sing it better.

• Dancing and singing together - Find a song that teaches your children body parts. Do it together with them; tell them to follow you in singing and pointing the body parts simultaneously. It will be so much fun.

• Dancing and twisting - Turn on your children’s favorite music. Let them explore by moving their bodies. Come and join them!

Enjoy the moments!

Children With Cerebral Palsy Can Look Forward To Improved Quality Of Life
“Deakin University is taking the global lead in improving the quality of life of children with cerebral palsy. Dr Elise Davis and Professor Elizabeth Waters from Deakin’s School of Health and Social Development have developed a world-first questionnaire aimed at determining if treatments for children with cerebral palsy improve their overall wellbeing, not just their mobility.”

Despite cerebral palsy, music was the inspiration for John Rantz
“John Michael Rantz never told his family he loved them, but he showed them with his eyes. He died peacefully in his sleep Nov 4, at age 48, without ever speaking a word. Born with cerebral palsy, his body failed him, but his family never let the disease hinder their love for their son.”