6 month review

I still can't believe that Max has been in the early intervention program for 6 months. I think back to when all of this started. All of the emotions of knowing deep down that something wasn't right, but trying to find him the proper help through Therapy and Doctors was quite overwhelming. Thinking back makes me happy at how far we've come. As someone told me " Amanda the hard part is over, he has the diagnosis. Now you can run with it get him the help that he needs" This is so true. While I knew that my Son had Autism it still hurt hearing those words come from the Doctor. Yes we are going to have many rough days ahead and I am fully aware of that. But I do believe that the worst is behind us.

Max has been doing very well. He is learning new things on a regular basis. The therapists are so excited with his progress but we still have a long way to go. We just started the Jenny McCarthy videos. Max seems to love them! Right now we are on the "Teach to Talk-body parts".

I have a cute story to share. When the four of us were in the car the other day, Halle was saying something to her Daddy and she said "Good Job" as soon as Max heard her say that he started clapping! He can relate hearing Good Job with clapping. I just think that is fantastic. He has come so far in 6 months.

We also meet with a private speech therapist after the Holiday to see what she has to offer Max. I am just so thankful for all of those that have shared information with us. We want to do all that we possibly can for him. I love any new information I can get my hands on. I am constantly thinking -Ok what can we try next? This is my Job as Max's Mom to learn all that I can.

This next week we are going to take a little break and then it is back into full swing. Therapy will be everyday of the week at that point. While it may be hard at first we are hoping to see big steps in the right direction. Early Intervention is a huge key...We just pray that we are doing everything right!

This morning I cried...


I cried because for the first time he drank out of his cup without being prompted too...

I cried because he sat in his High chair like a Big Guy and fed himself...

he was so proud of himself...

This morning I cried because this little Boy is trying so hard. We are soo proud of him and what he is learning...