Autistic Moms
Hey friends, I'm an autistic mom with (nearly) 18 month old identical twin boys. I was hoping to connect with another autistic mom (even better if you have multiples) and get some feedback on how to handle overstimulation. I mainly struggle with loud noises, so both of them screaming at the same time is extremely triggering for me. I feel like i am a coke bottle constantly shaken with loud noises and I'm worried I'm going to explode. My kids dont deserve that. For reference, i have tried multiple breathing techniques, 54321 senses exercise, counting down repeatedly, TIPS, and walking away and taking a break. I have not found success yet. I just shut down. Please help. Comments are fine because maybe there is another mom who is in the same boat. If not, please message me with advice. Please.
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@Madeline i have tried those! They do help it not to be so jarring, but i still get overwhelmed. I think it also just makes me incredibly sad to hear them cry.
I feel this way and I have 4 and pregnant with #5 I tend to get them calmed 1st then walk away and deal with my overstimulation in private away from them(do as best I can I do still explode some times bc it happens to quickly) i need to try nose canceling headphones
Hey, have you tried noise cancelling ear buds? I find that super helpful when the crying gets to me. Or there are even special ear plugs that can filter out various decimals.