3yr old diagnosed with autism
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Portage worker*
So I’m autistic myself. A sensory room that’s not bright. Lots of nice textures. Somewhere they can get some frustration out. Noise cancelling headphones for outings. Remember that supermarkets are very overwhelming with lots of noises and lots of people, bright lights etc. so be patient with her. Every child is different but these are some ideas that I wish I had as a kid
She may adore messy play but she may also absolutely despise it. It’s to do with textures. Find something she enjoys touching. If she stimms unless she’s hurting herself or others, let her do it. It’s self regulating behaviour. It’s involuntary. We often have safe foods. So foods with lots of flavours and textures is often a no no. Fruit can often be a no no as well because it’s always got different textures and some are sweet some are sour etc. crackers and things are always the same so it’s often helpful to bare that in mind. Routine is one of the main things. Keeping to a routine and giving her time to adjust to a change in her routine. Such as Christmas, it’s a big change that everyday life so try and keep it as close as you can to her normal routine and explain it to her. Autism also often means that we don’t feel pain as much as other people. So also bare that one in mind and often if we are in pain- struggle to communicate it. We can come across as rude. We do aren’t
I'm also autistic so somethings she definitely does differently not too much stimming only when she shakes her head before she goes to sleep but that's more of a calming thing before sleep. Bit scared of loads of people crowding her at family functions but the family know now not to crowed her told them she'll come to you when when she's feels comfortable . I wouldn't be surprised if anxiety comes soon as it's taken its toll on me . On the routine side we are getting their with her. Xx
Hey sweetie 👋🏻 try and do as many courses as you can. Unfortunatly every child with autism has different needs. Keep close with your protege worker and ask every question you think of even if it feels like a stupid one.