💪Despite the challenges, we strive to bring awareness to special needs families and provide support.
☀️Our morning routine involves easing into the day with coffee and some me-time.
🍳We follow a ketogenic diet to manage Kyle's epilepsy, which requires careful meal planning.
🚙Car rides can sometimes be challenging, but we remain patient and calm.
🏫Kyle attends a year-round school for children with special needs, tailored to his individual requirements.
How do you manage Kyle's medical conditions?
—Kyle has a genetic disorder called Syngap1 and also experiences acid reflux and eosinophilic esophagitis. We follow a ketogenic diet and give him medication prescribed by his doctors.
What is the purpose of your YouTube channel?
—Our YouTube channel aims to bring awareness to special needs families, provide support and a sense of community, and help others facing similar challenges.
How does Kyle communicate?
—Kyle uses a speech device, or 'talker,' to communicate. It is one of the tools we use to enhance his communication skills.
Why do you feed Kyle in the bathroom?
—Feeding Kyle in the bathroom helps create a positive association with the space and enhances his chances of success with potty training.
How do you handle challenging behaviors during car rides?
—Sometimes Kyle exhibits challenging behaviors, such as repeating a certain button on a toy over and over. In those situations, we calmly remove the toy and redirect his attention to something else.
00:00Introduction: Meet our family and learn about the purpose of our YouTube channel.
05:00Morning Routine: Follow us as we ease into the day, enjoying a cup of coffee and some personal time.
10:00Kyle's Medical Needs: Discover how we manage Kyle's epilepsy, acid reflux, and eosinophilic esophagitis through a ketogenic diet and medication.
15:00Challenges during Car Rides: Learn about the occasional struggles we face during car rides and how we handle them with patience and understanding.
20:00Kyle's School: Get a glimpse into Kyle's year-round school, designed specifically for children with special needs.
