Baby steps

Lachlan had his first Occupational therapy appointment and I was totally amazed with how well he coped and that he managed to stay focused and concentrate for the best part of an hour. I was not the only one in awe, the therapist had only seen him 4 weeks prior for the assessment and she was just amazed, in a good way of course.

I've since learnt he works better with visual aids for his tasks and daily routine. I've also come out of the session with more strategies on what I can work on with Lachlan especially in regards to the Sensory Processing Disorder. As an example I purchased an electric toothbrush, now I had done this in the past but only now does the teeth brushing seem to be working. We also got him a bean bag which we've found he finds this to be calming.

I have a few visual aids I can work with but plan on getting some more. I'm also still debating on whether or not to get a tablet that I can work with, with Lachlan on his speech, as his private speechy is now doing.

But that can wait for now, I'll look into a tablet down the track. There's already more money going out than what's coming in. Now I can see why so many families have financial strain with children whom have special needs. We do the best we can for them at any cost. Anything that'll help our children out in general society, if only there were more people aware and more funding.

So anyway I'm pleased to see improvements in my son and I'll endeavour to keep working with him.

Jade