I feel your pain mom. My son was normal up until 18 months and we got that same diagnosis. Nevertheless, he's now talking almost perfect and is thriving beyond belief. Just keep praying and leave it to God in heaven

@orlayamorris4057

3 жыл бұрын

Happy to hear your son is doing better. How old is your son now and when did he began to talk?

@aarielmarie

3 жыл бұрын

@@orlayamorris4057 thanks my friend. He was talking vet well up to 18 months after the diagnosis. He's almost 8 years old now. Is very important to feed him right because food plays a valuable part in their development. I also give him an all natural CBD oil which is loaded with cannabinoids. Most importantly God in heaven stepped in and gave him another chance at life

@aarielmarie

3 жыл бұрын

@Maria Mendel yup

@aarielmarie

3 жыл бұрын

@Maria Mendel exactly

@ocase1000

3 жыл бұрын

@Maria Mendel my to two boys are autistic, one seem to have grown it out and is now 9 the other one is 6 and I'm still hopeful but I too wonder it it has to do with being vaccinated

Prayers!🙏. He spoke before and he will speak again! Amen

@suzettewhite2972

3 жыл бұрын

Amen!!!

This is such an important issue to highlight especially within the Caribbean space. Prayers for the mom and dad that the load of this journey becomes lighter.

I can relate to what you are going through. I am a mother of an eight year old autistic girl. She was born severely premature. She is also non verbal. My worst experience was when I registered her at a private school. After three weeks, they told me that they couldn't accommodate her. I cried bitterly. Luckily, for covid, I have been working from home. I am now able to assist her. She is now saying a few words and identifying letters and numbers. I wish that there were more facilities here in Jamaica to accommodate children who are autistic. People also need to be educated about autism which will prevent them from referring to these children as rude. I love my daughter so much. She is my life.

@learnwithme4418

3 жыл бұрын

I can relate to that,my child was rejected after a three day sit was so painful

What the father said is so important. Attitudes towards disability needs to change and we need to make accomodations for people with disabilities and stop expecting them to conform to ableist ideals.

I think In Jamaica people aren’t empathetic to people with disabilities.. it’s okay mommy hopefully he gets better with age and therapy

@terryc1682

3 жыл бұрын

Truer words have never been spoken but I hope thru education & awareness those mindsets will hopefully change how persons with disabilities are treated. Don't forget folks he's not disabled...he just have a disability.

@blaquentgruppe6547

3 жыл бұрын

YOU KNOW JAMAICAN SO WELL JAPANESE PEOPLE WAREHOUSE ANY DISABILITY TAKE A LOOK DO YOU SEE ANY DISABLE.OR EVEN WHEELCHAIRZ IN MOVIES OR IN PUBLIC JAPAN..ANY SLIGHT MALFUNCTION BYE BYE BYE..GO LOOK U WILL NOT SEE DISABLE IN PUBLIC IN CANADA I AM NOT EMPATHETIC WHEN I SEE MENTAL CHALLENGE DROP OFF IN BEEMERS & PICK 430 DAILY #JAPANESERETARDWRESTLING

@patricecampbell6859

3 жыл бұрын

@Maria Mendel Yh I don’t understand either

God is in control my dear....am praying for you and your family.

God Bless her and her child.. She really shared alot and brought great insight on Autism.

I empathize with Ms. Pitter, because I know how difficult it must be for her. My nephew is 4 and is autistic and is also non verbal, so I know some of the challenges that a parent goes through. I appreciate the space that the media has been providing lately for attention to be given to the topic, but I believe much more can be done. I am deeply hurt to see how insensitive and intolerant our society is, towards persons with disabilities. More of these businesses need to be called out, as their callous attitude and policies toward persons with special need, must be addressed expidetiously. I pray your strength mommy and laud your courage for opening up to share about Aiden. He is a blessing and I pray that the Lord will give you wisdom to raise him into the man he will grow to become. #hatsofftomomswithautistickids

I feel you hun. My son regressed after his 2nd birthday. All word stopped! His a picky eater...he only wants ramen noodles, onion rings, chips, applesauce and a few French fries occasionally. My son was diagnosed with ASD April 28th. His 3 years old not and has about 4 words..and does respond to his name...I pray every night that God above will give him his language & speech back soon. So, I will be able to have little conversations with him 😩

This is heartbreaking for any mother to have to deal with your child in this situation and then to get a slap in the face from such a well known entity like Devon house why would they not be knowledgeable in this field 😢😞 so sad smh .

@shanshan2461

3 жыл бұрын

I get so frustrated.. it’s depressing not knowing what to expect!! Your child wasn’t born like that

Awww I would love for him to play with my nephew who's 4 years old... he autistic too but I love him soooo much

My 12 yr old daughter has autism. I know what it feel like to be overwhelmed and just break down in a public area. Be encouraged, It WILL get better. Trust the process and EXPECT it to get better. It’s so sad to have to deal with a child with disability in Jamaica 😞. JCPD does a little to help, but Jamaica on a whole need a lot more awareness.

Mommy I hear you loud and clear. Ask God for wisdom for this situation. He answers prayers. Please ah begging you. Seek God, he knows best. I feel your pain.

Thanks to the Gleaner and Mom for sharing this, more people need to know about Autism/disabilities.....Mom thanks fot sharing so honestly ❤

I hear you talking and I feel like you’re talking about me and my daughter🙂 it will get better darling. Hugssss 🤗

Tears listening this... my exact experience

@pinkycherry5938

3 жыл бұрын

Hi hon. Is he diagnosed

@shanshan2461

3 жыл бұрын

@@pinkycherry5938 no.. I have an hearing test appointment first but I know it’s it

This can be heart touching a swear cause it can happen to any child but am praying that nothing happen 🙏🙏

She highlighted some key important facts am a single mother to an Autistic 19yr old, when we are through dealing with them all our energy is used up we have no tolerance or patience to deal with anyone else...i myself had to fight with some popular restaurants, transportations, alot of governments institutions sighs its sad sad sad but over time Maurice learn as well as myself....its tough thou the comments people makes but i forgive them because they dont know better, these persons or such sweet souls genuine and pure...

I can relate to the unsupported nature of the Jamaican culture with the disabled. The very side walks are not made to accommodate the disabled because the light post are planted in the middle of the side walk. This makes it difficult for the blind or people with wheel chairs. It is a very uncaring society and my son who is dyslexic could not get any help from the education system so I had to migrate with him. If there is even a little avenue for help it is way too costly for the average person. When I ran with my son to the states I got more help for him in one month than I got in fifteen years in Jamaica. I regret every day that I did not make the move with my son when he was much younger..

@cameshadaley-barrett8171

3 жыл бұрын

My nephew is diagnosed with autism and I tell my sister who is a teacher to migrate. He is very brilliant but the system doesn't cater for him. Sigh

You're not alone mom, I can relate to every single word you've mentioned. Aaden is adorable 😍 keep the faith you're a super mom. ❤ My son regressed at age two, he literally stop talking, now he's 7 yrs and he started saying alot of words again, he's at a repetitive stage at the moment. Don't give up just pray, that's all I know 🙏 I truly believe Aaden will speak. My son still pull me if he's in need of anything.

@arleneaufdermauer8208

3 жыл бұрын

Keep talking to your son. Explain everything to him. Feed any curiosity he shows. Read to him, relate what you, read to anything that is related in real life. Don't just leave him with a tablet or book, take an active part in these things.

All those thing that you experience I have gone through it and my child hasn't been fully evaluated... I just have to pray and be patience.

I am going through the same thing

That's how it is in Jamaica, people are very ignorant towards disableties in the UK u would get the best support

You are in my prayers god is on time god

He is such a handsome young man 🤗💙👏

Aiden 🥰🥰🥰🥰

I have son who is disabled he live in a facility, the reason why he live there because person don't understand. My son can talk but he need someone to help him. I live over sea. My lady God will give u long life and strength to take care of him..my is 40 years old.

😭 We have to see to it that we do not allow Covid-19 make us become inhumane. Shame on that business owner of the ice cream business.

I am going thru this right now

Mommy, I think you should try to massage his scalp randomly while he’s relaxed with you (playing on the tablet/ watching TV). Just barely move your fingers around his scalp... It may help with the hairstyle

I know exactly what they’re going through cause I’m going through it right now.

Children with special needs take a lot out of theirs parents, America 🇺🇸 has a lot of programs for children like him, you have to have a lot of patience to deal with them dear mother 👏

Jesus christ is not dead, don't give up, continue to bring him b4 God in prayer, he say in your mouth and in your heart the word of faith.

You need the child lead for him, don't want bruises are damage his wrist especially u said he's strong. He so cute, autistic ppl are very loving continue showing love he will always be lovely, keep praying also very important. It breaks my heart how Jamaicans are very insensitive about people with this condition they are human. This child should not be forced to wear mask an should be allowed entry everywhere without one. SHAME ON U UR ICECREAM SHOULD STOP SELLING UNTIL YOU APOLOGISE TO THIS FAMILY SHAME

When a lady is pregnant 🤰 doesn't know what kind of child you might bring forth 👏

I have a brother thats older than me(23 years old) and let me tell you people find it cute when their young but when they get older they people treat them with disgust. Its so hard to get proper help and care for him. Our father is absent and our mother just passed away so God knows I'd like to find someone to help him.

😪😢😓🥺😭

@aarielmarie

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah it's not easy at all Heather

How do I find this workshops I need some advice

@sarinasmall6619

Жыл бұрын

INSTAGRAM JASA_jamaica

God bless Haden hopefully he will out grow the sensitivity issues does he gets occupational therapy or speech he needs that my daughter is autistic the therapy helps you also need.a support group for u and family im in the US reach out to me take care God bless

Stop give him sweets or too much sugar. My son only eat organic food and he only drinks water. He eats nothing sweet like candy, cookies, no fast food like pizza, fries nor burger. Diet is key when it comes to kids on the spectrum

@patricecampbell6859

3 жыл бұрын

In an ideal world that works but a lot of kids on the spectrum are also very picky eaters, and simply can’t tolerate certain textures.. so finding food they can tolerate is already a struggle..

@aarielmarie

3 жыл бұрын

@@patricecampbell6859 yeah I know. However, once you find out your child is in the spectrum you wanna get him or her on certain diets. My son is extremely picky but we've started him very early on certain things. My son don't even eat ice cream, cake nor even chocolate. His only liquid is water other than almond milk

@cameshadaley-barrett8171

3 жыл бұрын

So true. My nephew never had anything solid until a few months ago. He is seven going on eight. The only thing he has is supligen and pediasure. Even now we have to blend the food. It's so hard. OMG.

@intheendthetruthwillconque8597

3 жыл бұрын

So true. You have to be creative when making meals .

@aarielmarie

3 жыл бұрын

@@intheendthetruthwillconque8597 exactly

We have the tech So many keep.then pass on to govt in kanada Can be troublesome long term

Give him vitamins for the brain. You can order it on Amazon. The best brain vitamin is DHA for kids. That's what my son takes and he is now talking he was also non verbal.

just buy him a copy of Gibbon's Decline and Fall

Strengh to the family..🙏..boy the kids are the dead stamp of dad...and mom as well..very uncanny.

That happen to me at Totti Frutti I'm Manor Park and my son is 3year old and autistic and He cannot wear a mask and the attendants were like they can't help me so I must just stay outside it is the rule.

@fancyface1934

3 жыл бұрын

So sorry mummy ..

@veriuniquebeauty5531

3 жыл бұрын

I am deeply sorry. It's really sad...

@arleneaufdermauer8208

3 жыл бұрын

Write to the management and publicise their response

Jamaican population isn't sensitive about various forms of disabilities.... they're not equipped, can't really blame no one but the Goverment. Lack of knowledge to such situation equates to ignorance....if u have one foot you'll automatically be called "onie or cripplez" you'll be given a name according to your disability which is a fun factor to Jamaicans...it's a shame.

Vaccine did that to him

@veriuniquebeauty5531

3 жыл бұрын

Not funny, btw I'm Aiden's 13 year old brother

@twinniedavidson9909

3 жыл бұрын

@@veriuniquebeauty5531 young man let me be clear with you I’m not trying to insult your brother I sympathize your family. I live in the states and I’m in the medical field and I’m telling you that the vaccine did it to him if you noticed he was perfectly fine before so why all of a sudden he’s that way. You’re young please do your research because the doctors sure don’t, don’t be so sensitive I know of 2 people very close to my family that has children who was perfectly fine until the got the shots also there was a huge debate here about the vaccine. I feel your mom’s pain because I live her experience because I’m around those situations a lot and sometimes people are not very kind. Take care of yourself and also your should continue to seek treatment for him. I would recommend that your mom seek out a medical missionary person are see if there’s any sanitarium in JA and take him there. God Bless

@veriuniquebeauty5531

3 жыл бұрын

@@twinniedavidson9909 ah, sorry I misunderstood you

@twinniedavidson9909

3 жыл бұрын

@@veriuniquebeauty5531 no worries

@mb456

3 жыл бұрын

@@twinniedavidson9909 Goodnight. Which of the vaccine in particular could cause this. Trying to figure out if my niece is Autistic. She has gotten quite a number of vaccines.