We have had a busy Saturday so far. We have packed up every toy that Samuel is overstimulated by and head bangs on or with. It probably sounds silly, but it has hurt my feelings to do it. I have bought each one with love and excitement for who I thought my baby would be while playing with them. Instead, they have brought misery, frustration, and hurt.
My sweet parents ordered Samuel some new toys that are specific to his needs, and we are looking forward to them getting here next week. Lots of soft puzzles, a padded toddler trampoline, a fabric barn and animals are the types of things we hope he will enjoy, while not injuring himself in the process. We also have a pressure sensitive vest and weighted blanket coming, in hopes that Samuel’s procprioceptive system will respond well to them, calming him and helping with the head banging.
His new school called, and all of the paperwork, meetings and BIP plans are in place for him to start. We are just waiting on a date.
There are many changes happening, and I am trying to stay out of my head, so to speak. I am trying to just go with this inevitable flow.
Life is definitely not as I imagined it being for my 2 year old. But, life never goes according to anyone’s grand plan, does it?
Just keep swimming, right?
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