April 3, 2018
Information about ABA Therapy:
I have been trying to figure out why it is difficult for me to get updates on here more often, or why it took me so long to start reaching out to begin with and I think it is largely because I want to share happy and good, and this is not that. It is hard. And it is hard to admit that. We all battle our personal wars throughout life, but it’s hard to come out strong and loud and say, “I feel defeated.”
February 16, 2018
We had a good meeting yesterday (Thursday) with Wisconsin Early Autism Project (WEAP). They are one of many places in the Milwaukee area that offer Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA) services for autistic children. I have seen a couple of their therapists in action at a friend’s house with her son. She recommended them highly and has had a great experience with them so far. What I am learning as we move forward in this journey is that people lead with their passion. Many feel strongly for or agai...
February 13, 2018
This is our first time reaching out in this form of communication. I wish that I could sit and have a conversation with everyone this reaches. I would love to hear feedback from you all! As this process continues, I will be writing more frequently and hoping to fill in any blanks, since this story will be catching up from all three of Lydia’s years! I hope to gain insight and support from reaching out and I also welcome the opportunity to help and guide anyone who is beginning this process. I ha...