Autism and Haircuts: 2 Words that Don't Go Together
For the first 10 years of Nick's life, getting a haircut was one of the most stress-related activities in all of our lives. We tried a few times going to one of those autism-friendly barbershops, and they tried their best, but it was still traumatizing and left us all feeling as though we had post-traumatic stress syndrome. Over time my son Johnny took over the haircutting duties at home and Nick didn't seem to mind that much. About a month ago, we decided it was time to take Nick back to the barber for the 1st time in 10 years and he did great. Today will be our 2nd trip back to the barber and we are hoping things go well so we can make this part of Nick's routine.
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Adorable, and to think people take such a "Small Thing" as a haircut for granted when not everyone can enjoy without some hesitation. Keep up the good work Nick, hugs and kisses!
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
And again, he said nothing about her hair!! So so proud of you Nicky!!
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
He did a great job. Going to the Barber is officially part of the routine.
So proud of Nickey. He has grown so much since I started watching last year.
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Sharon. He did a great job yesterday.
I love seeing the progress made by our awesome kidlets! My autism princess tried a hair wash at the stylist’s for the first time two weekends ago. She sat, put her head back, allowed the water for a hot minute, then said no. We stopped and let her get up. No wash, but a happy girl and a positive haircut experience!
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks you so much. That sounds like a great way to handle the situation. Keep it positive!
Something about boys and haircuts! Gets me right in the feels!
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Me too! Thanks so much Denise!
That was brilliant Nicky 👍👍 enjoy ur pizza 🍕 and have a lovely evening with phone blue and ur family hair cut is tops 👌👍🍕🍕🏴
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Richard! Have a great day my friend.
Beautiful stuff as always!Nicky did so well.Johnny’s encouragement is a beautiful thing.🙏
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Johnny is such a great big brother!
@tiatowery6409
3 жыл бұрын
@@NickyTVFamilyVlog yes they are two wonderful boys that you’ve raised for sure!
Way to go Nick! He always makes me smile!
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
That is so nice to hear. Thanks so much.
I have a funny feeling that sooner rather than later, Johnny will only be going to the barber shop with Nicky so he can get free pizza and eventually the only reason dad will be going is to fund said haircut and pizza because Nicky deserves some free treats! Good job guys, it wont always be as easy but what you've learnt is that it wasn't always going to be as hard as it once was either. Only Nicky knows how certain triggers will affect him and even then it's a case by case scenario. To anyone in this situation, bide your time, keep practicing and learning together and one day you'll find the key to getting your person a haircut and it will just be the right time with the right situation. You've got this!
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Niamh!
@shannonsavoca975
3 жыл бұрын
Yes!!! Johnny and Nicky going for hairs and Dad paying would be a dream come true for us 💙💙💙
Wow! Nicky did awesome! You have got the greatest two son!
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Kim! I love spending my days with us.
Nick did great with his haircut! Even with the buzzer and blow dryer being so loud! I still think Johnny gives him a great haircut as well. His hair grows so fast!
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Janis! I'm so happy that he's getting accustomed to the whole process. Have a great day my friend.
Amazing job Nicky, so proud of you!! High 5 ✋ 🥰 xxx
So proud of you Nicky!
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Mother Africa! He did a great job!
Way to go Nicky! Growing up, getting comfortable with new things such big steps. Sending blessing always.
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Robinann!
I love seeing Nicky grow and make strides. He is amazing. I do like the story vlogs, but I miss the repartee and family feeling of just watching you all be you.. loving and living. I know it's good to make changes. Maybe a mixture would be fun. Many blessings and happiness this week! It's almost Shannon's big holiday!
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
I don't want to lose that either. I think there is a balance for us to find for sure.
Dad tells him he looks fantastic and he looks at dad like....tell me something I don’t know. Lol
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
He did seem really confident at that moment. Thanks for being here with us,
Nick is doing so great💜
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
That was a great day. Thank you for spending your time with us!
I'm sending Nick a birthday gift. It might arrive friday this week.
Great haircut Nicky!
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much Pastor Judy!
He really is an inspiration! I could kiss his cheeks he’s such a handsome boy! I’m just like Nicky in that the display of affection is slightly over the top, I get over excited🤷🏼♀️😂 missed your videos recently they haven’t been as often. Miss hanging out with you guys. Sending love and hugs always!🥰
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Jessica. We've decided to put out 3 videos a week and live stream 2 times a month. We want to try Giving folks a little time in between episodes. Most of the really successful vlogs only post 2 times per week. I guess we will see how it goes. The next video come out Wednesday at 7. Have a great day.
@cvtldy60
3 жыл бұрын
Golly. I'm so spoiled by everyday!😂 I really enjoy narrating if nicky isnt wanting to be bothered. 😁 like all of us right john. I was dx'ed with cancer john n have surgery 11th..I look forward to THE VIDS. & I believe nicky can do anything, jjust as neuro-typicical children. Yes I do. Bye for now, handsome boy
Omg he did so well.
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
It was a great day for sure!
johnny is the best big brother
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Anne! We are very proud of that young man!
Great job handsome!!! 💕
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jenifer!
That's so awesome and I'm so happy that my little Buddy is making such great progress with everything..he's a very blessed young man with a wonderful family..God bless you all and I love you all so much and I will see you in the next video!!
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Tammy!
He’s such a good looking young man, both of you’re boys are👍👍
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Margie! I'm so proud of them.
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Great volga as always love to all
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tammy!
Wtg Nicky! You look so handsome! Great job! 💙🤗✂🤗💙
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Linda!
Hey nicky wow u did a good job when u were getting your haircut and u look nice and I see u are in a good mood and it cheers me up to see him happy and if I am having a bad day I just can watch u guys and nicky makes me laugh. And u can write back
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Rhonda! So glad you're here with us.
@rhondapaquette2814
3 жыл бұрын
Your welcome and I had a good day today but yesterday i had a very bad day and I just broke down in tears and I deal with depression 24 /7 every day and I am on meds for it and also with covid it makes it worse but I am glad to be put on strong meds for it and I am happy now thanks for u guys sending me a message back.
Good job Nicky. So proud of you. 🤗
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Alli!
Looking so handsome Nicky❤️❤️❤️
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Eileen!
So proud of you Nickey u did it and the hair cut it did looks nice
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Hilde!
Nicky Chloe said "Good job"! ☺️ I have always cut my daughter Chloe's hair. I desperately want to take her to a Beauty shop so she can get a good cut. I keep showing her that Nicky can do it and so can she😁
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Tell Chloe we said thank you so much. Nick did incredible!
So happy for Nicky
THATS SO AWESOME NICKY!I think he remembered the last time was a good experience and that helped. You know pizzas part of the deal now right? 😂 I’m the same when we make the long drive to see my grandma. ( I love her and enjoy seeing her but it’s a loong ride.)
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Pizza helps everything!
@meganlovesdisneyandcrafts4780
3 жыл бұрын
@@NickyTVFamilyVlog DEFINITELY!
Do you guys have led lights in your shower? And Nicky didn’t even need an edible reinforcer so that’s already a huge improvement from his last hair cut!!!
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Yes! Johnny brought that home a few months ago. Have a great day my friend.
Rockstar Nicky Love your haircut and getting pizza afterwards yummy.
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Maria! It was a splendid day.
They're are ways that can help with getting haircuts when autistic but it can be hard and even after but if there ways to make it easier and its as overwhelming for you than that grate
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the response Lucy!
Good job nicky you look soo handsome
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Joanna!
Looking good Nicky!!
Love your videos 💙!
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
I'm so glad!
Looking great Nicky 💙💙💙🇳🇱
If it’s late tonight in the uk I’ll be asleep sorry can’t work out what time it starts in uk time
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Have a great day Emma!
Hi i will try to watch on my tv on youtube
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
I love watching the videos on the tv.
I'm noticing changes, not only on this channel but other family vloggers as well, i for sure hope it doesn't have to do anything with TheDadChallengePodcast ? Nikkie you did an awesome job at the barbershop.
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Viola, we're just trying to give our viewers a little more breathing room in-between episodes. I hope you liked the vlog,
@Ayreon-TECsystem
3 жыл бұрын
@@NickyTVFamilyVlog The vlog was amazing as always
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
@@danrosenberg2280 Hi Dan, I didn't hide your comment. I don't know what happened.
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
@@danrosenberg2280 I don't know why your friend can't see it. I haven't taken any action to shadowban anyone...ever.
Hi
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Melanie!
💈WTG Kid❤️
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jersey GIrl!
Can you on line.
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Hi Brooke. I'm not sure what you mean?
@brookeboyle
3 жыл бұрын
@@NickyTVFamilyVlog be nick on. KZread
I like the old vlogs better I waited every night for them, now I am losing interest
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback.
Are you at in house in town
@NickyTVFamilyVlog
3 жыл бұрын
We were at the Golden Touch Barber shop in Babylon NY. Great people.