A Glimpse into Our Morning Routine with Our Autistic Sons

🌅Our morning routine is carefully structured and revolves around the individual needs of both Simon and Ezra, who are both autistic.

🥣We prioritize getting Simon ready and settled for his meal before attending to Ezra, as this helps maintain a sense of routine and prevents any disruptions.

🛏️Simon sleeps in a dog bed that keeps him safe and provides him comfort, while Ezra sleeps in a safety bed designed for his specific needs.

🧦Finding matching socks can be a challenge, but we do our best to ensure both boys have their socks ready for the day.

🍴To encourage Simon's eating, we make sure to present his meals as an exciting outing or adventure, which helps him engage and enjoy his food.

Why do Simon and Ezra have different sleeping arrangements?

—Simon sleeps in a dog bed that provides him comfort and safety, while Ezra sleeps in a safety bed designed for his specific needs as an autistic individual.

Why do you prioritize getting Simon ready for breakfast first?

—We prioritize getting Simon settled for his meal first because it helps maintain routine and prevents any disruptions, as Ezra can become agitated if Simon is not ready.

How do you handle the challenges of finding matching socks for both boys?

—Finding matching socks can be challenging, but we do our best to ensure that both boys have their socks ready for the day by organizing and searching for available pairs.

How do you encourage Simon to eat his meals?

—To encourage Simon's eating, we present his meals as exciting outings or adventures, which helps him engage and enjoy his food.

What are your tips for managing a morning routine with autistic children?

—Some tips for managing a morning routine with autistic children include maintaining a consistent schedule, providing clear communication and structure, and accommodating individual needs and preferences.

00:00Our morning routine revolves around caring for our autistic sons, Simon and Ezra.

02:29We prioritize getting Simon ready and settled for his meal before attending to Ezra.

04:18Finding matching socks can be a challenge, but we do our best to ensure both boys have their socks ready for the day.

06:14We prioritize Simon's eating by presenting his meals as exciting outings or adventures.

08:48We make sure to attend to Ezra's specific needs before it affects Simon's routine.

10:07Sometimes, we face challenges during breakfast, and we may need to adjust our approach.

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14:59Parenting autistic children can come with unique challenges, including mealtime routines.