Twinmom Posted August 1, 2010 Share Posted August 1, 2010 (edited) No one here understands why I am so excited, so thanks in advance for letting me come here and jump up and down acting like an idiot since I am so happy! :D :hurray: My three SPD kiddos, my other DS, my DH and I are currently on a two week long, 1,000 mile road trip/vacation to see my extended family...almost all of them! Two sets of grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, dogs, etc. As much as we love seeing our family, it is extremely hard on DD10, whose SPD/anxiety has raged out of control for several years. No routine, new bed, disturbed sleep, time change, too much excitement, crazy, sensory seeking little brothers...I'm sure you can imagine the drill. During the last visit, I think we had to restrain the poor thing 4-5 times and everyone was sad and unhappy that we struggled so to be together. DD has been in OT for almost a year now...our therapist said that DD might surprise me this trip but I was afraid to believe her. Now, a week into the trip, I'm happy to say she was right! No meltdowns, freak-outs, hissy fits or bad behavior AT ALL! In fact, last night my sister kept her out until nearly 1:00 am at a rodeo, then had her sleep on the couch (I wasn't aware this was underway...) and today we had EVERYONE over for DD's birthday party. I was expecting a total mess today...but DD had a great time, acted like an angel and for the first time, I felt like I had a reasonably normal kid. We all had a beautiful day together! YIPPEEE! No one here understands why I am so excited, so thanks for letting me come here and jump up and down acting like an idiot since I am so happy! I'll never doubt OT ever again! :party::party::party: Edited August 1, 2010 by Twinmom Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindyg Posted August 1, 2010 Share Posted August 1, 2010 Awww...! That's great. OT can be a real blessing. (And a good therapist is a godsend.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mykdsmomy Posted August 1, 2010 Share Posted August 1, 2010 :thumbup::hurray::D Congrats!!!! That is HUGE and a reason to celebrate!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freerange Posted August 1, 2010 Share Posted August 1, 2010 :iagree: Congrats to you both! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oak Knoll Mom Posted August 1, 2010 Share Posted August 1, 2010 but DD had a great time, acted like an angel and for the first time, I felt like I had a reasonably normal kid. We all had a beautiful day together! YIPPEEE! That's wonderful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKS Posted August 1, 2010 Share Posted August 1, 2010 That is truly awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsmith Posted August 1, 2010 Share Posted August 1, 2010 Wow, that's great!! Enjoy the rest of your trip! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momofeat Posted August 1, 2010 Share Posted August 1, 2010 :hurray::hurray::hurray: I get it, and I am so happy for you. Now I'm dying to know about OT and SPD, because I think my dd struggles with this as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessAriel Posted August 1, 2010 Share Posted August 1, 2010 I totally understand!!!That is fantastic! Congrats on seeing some wonderful results with your dd! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twinmom Posted August 2, 2010 Author Share Posted August 2, 2010 My family has been complimenting us all day on how well she is doing...and saying how well I've handled her SPD. I feel warm and fuzzy still today! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twinmom Posted August 2, 2010 Author Share Posted August 2, 2010 :hurray::hurray::hurray: I get it, and I am so happy for you. Now I'm dying to know about OT and SPD, because I think my dd struggles with this as well. Try this site for information on SPD and occupational therapy: http://www.sensory-processing-disorder.com/ Also, two books are great to get you started. My fav is Sensational Kids and another great one is The Out of Sync Child. Also, do a search on the special needs board and you'll find a wealth of posts on the subject! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mom22ns Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 :party::party::party: Congratulations! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chubbyhugs Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 You're so elated! That is wonderful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingersmom Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 I feel your joy! OT was the best thing to happen to my son. Enjoy your vacation! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie4b Posted August 5, 2010 Share Posted August 5, 2010 Wow! Congratulations! How wonderful! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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