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Being a Good Sister
If that doesn't improve symptoms, then research those alternative methods. If she lives in AZ, I'd recommend contacting SARRC (Southwest Autism Research and ...
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- There are so many resources! A good simple place to start are the books by Jenny McCarthy. She writes honestly with a lot of the research simplified for those of us un...
- I am trying to think what I would want my siblings to do for me in this instance. My answer: I would want them to educate themselves and their families about autism. ...
- Hi there J. There is a great book called 'Ten things every child with autism wishes you knew' by Ellen Notbohm. You can buy it through Amazon. Really changed my...
MMR Vaccine + Autism
Whether or not vaccines have any correlation to autism is not proven, .... i'm from the "vaccines save lives" camp. i did all the research too. and my ...
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- First of all you are the best advocate for your child and good for you for researching and asking questions. I will tell you that my oldest who is now 7 had the MMR v...
- I too have delayed my sons vaccines...when I had my daughter, I completely vaccinated her on the recomended schedrule. SHe is a healthy happy 4 year old. However, that...
- If it is a public daycare they ahve to let you sign a waver stating you chose not to have your son vaccinated. Don't tell them he has the other vaccinations, because ...
Vaccines?
Also do some research about autism. But let me say again Shots alone do not cause autism and the research goes along with that that. ...
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- I think this is a decision you have to be very careful with. There are still diseases out there that can be prevented through vaccination. I have had all 4 of my boy...
- The shot that everyone thinks is austism relates is the mmr which is given at 1 year and 2 years...you are the mom and knows what is best for your baby...maybe ask if ...
- We have chosen not to vaccinate our children. Our oldest reacted to her first shot (tetanus) with grand mal seizures, and that was it for us. Our children are very h...
One Year Old Rocking Back and Forth
The autism research institute has a checklist. You can also go to www. generationrescue.org or www.tacanow.org. Good luck. Helpful? ...
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- Kids do all kinds of weird stuff. Mine would bang her head on things. She did it for a few months and then just stopped after we started just ignoring it. She also lik...
- My mom says I was a head banger. I obviously outgrew it. To be on the safer side, I'd be cautious about vaccines. Maybe do one at a time, or just the ones that are...
- I have heard that rocking yourself is a way to self soothe. Some suck their finger or rub their ear, your son just rocks. My husband does it till this day. It is not f...
Thoughts on Vaccines?
There is no cause/effect relationship between vaccines and autism. ... just do some research and trust your instincts... everyone has their own opinions. ...
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- This is a very valid concern M. and one that I shared until recently. The CDC just released a study that shows absolutely no link between the ingredient in vaccines (w...
- There is no concrete evidence that vaccines cause autism. In my opinion, it is safer to have your child vaccinated because I've heard of a lot more kids dying from di...
- Check out this site: http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd-vac/vpd-vac-basics.htm and common questions parents ask about vaccinations: http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/e...
Screaming Aloud!
Also, I don't know if your child was vaccinated but look at the articles on PubMed related to Autism and mercury. Not the "party line" the actual research ...
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- hi T., my advice to you is to start getting him as much therapy as soon as possible! i have a 2 1/2 year old son with autism and he has been in therapy for one year no...
- There is a great group out there called the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill. (NAMI) They have a large library that can help you. Join a support group and read e...
- T., First of all do you live here in onaha ne, if you do try the monrore myers institute, they do great things and 2nd of all if you do live here in omaha I have a fr...
Vaccinations
I was concerned as well based on the research and some of the stories I've read from parents of children with autism. I haven't noticed any differences in ...
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- Hi J.. I was in the same position as you a couple of months ago. I chose not to get the MMR. He will get it later on. My advice to you is to go with your gut. We have ...
- it sure is hard to talk to your doctor about it..i know that from experience...i have three kids 3 yrs 19 mo and a newborn.... i have not vaccinated any of them and...
- As the mother of two kids who are mostly recovered from autism, I would say space out the MMR. You can get the shots separately although your doctor may tell you it i...
18 Month Old Shots -- Do I Wait???
I've had the same conversation with my doctor and I've done my own research. There is no concrete evidence that vaccines cause Autism. ...
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- I've had the same conversation with my doctor and I've done my own research. There is no concrete evidence that vaccines cause Autism. It is mostly theories. Someth...
- Both of my kids had their done and I have had no problems with any side effects. I am sure that if you are concerned that your doctor will set and talk with you. Other...
- I know shots can be scary But, dont wait. you have nothing to worry about there is no connection between autism and shots As a medical assistant and mom of 3 you have ...
Advice on Vaccinations
Iam really worried about this especially with all the talk about autism ... just tell your Dr. you are doing some research and will schedule an appt for the ...
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- go to vaclib.org this is an anti-vaccination website full of info. my kids are 14 and 16, they are not immunized and you can ask for the vaccination waiver at school. ...
- L., Ask your dr about the type of vaccines they use...are they mercury free? I know there are some parents choosing not to have their little ones vaccinated. I pe...
- Hi L. I staggerd my child's vaccinatons and followed an amended vaccination schedule- HE is 3.5 and still not caught up but I am comfortable with my decision. Read...
I Have a Neice with Autisim
There was research done from John Hopkins University and they found out that people with autism have inflammation in the brain. Nothing to be too concerned ...
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- early intervention will get you started.also try bradley hospitals they do excellent work with autistic children. my best friends son is autistic. i also have been wor...
- Have her checkout the New England Center for Children in Southboro. Their website is www.necc.org. They are a great resource!! Also - depending on the age of your niec...
- I know I already msg'd you but I just thought about a friend of mine, has a son who is autistic and she got him involved in Early Intervention and they put him in a sp...