CDC notes that ”autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability caused by differences in the brain. People with ASD often have problems with social communication and interaction, and restricted or repetitive behaviors or interests.” Here I will share with you conversations with my son Matthew, who has limited speech, as I document his challenges and growth over time. Listen, learn and enjoy!
Listen on:
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Thursday Jul 11, 2024
Hi guys, it has been a while but we're still here trying to get conversation going and speech activating! I've had this bedtime prayer recorded a while ago. With Matthew's vocalisation of prayer, it gives me some confidence that he's internalizing and processing things in his own way. Here he is saying "God bless" along with names of familiar and favourite people and some cartoon characters. We have Peppa Pig, Mickey Mouse and Paw Patrol getting a blessing!
Monday Aug 14, 2023
Monday Aug 14, 2023
We recorded a bit on Father's Day of Matthew telling his daddy happy fathers day and attempting to read the card. Here is a very small snippet of the card reading.
Sunday May 14, 2023
Sunday May 14, 2023
Matthew's favourite things are fans! Here we converse about one that he is spinning and playing with.
Friday Apr 14, 2023
Friday Apr 14, 2023
Matthew starts up with a line from one of his favourite books and we go on to sing a favourite song of ours.
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
Matthew goes through the book Grufalo's Child as though he is reading page by page. He's actually recalling what he remembers and is speaking based on what's in the illustrations!
Tuesday Mar 07, 2023
Tuesday Mar 07, 2023
I'm asking some questions about recent past events, but Matthew gives no answers.
Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
Sunday Feb 26, 2023
Matthew was born in 2016 in the beautiful twin nation of Trinidad and Tobago. He was diagnosed with Level 2 ASD at three years old. He has been receiving sustained support since the age of two however time, finances and access don't always align to enable a perfect therapy plan. Nevertheless, Matthew shows growth, and though very slow, we are excited to see him progress and blossom despite his disability.