I'm really losing it over my baby's autism diagnosis, how do I keep it together?!


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I'm really losing it over my baby's autism diagnosis, how do I keep it together?

I am a mess. My baby boy who was happy, healthy and meeting all his milestones suddenly came down with autism. He was just diagnosed. He lost his speech, bangs his head and rocks, stares at wheels on cars and will line up shoes all day if you let him. He covers ears and screams at loud noises and I can't get him in the tub cause he freaks out so bad. He does not even respond to his name. I am so angry and filled with grief. The only relief I have is when I sleep. When I first wake up, I think I dreamed it and then I realize that this really is happening. I feel suicdal but I have to live to help him. We are starting therapy for him which will be twice a day. I took him to a birthday party and he did not interact with the kids and wanders off and stares at something odd and tries to lick it. My eating disorder has returned and I am such a mess. Husband in denial about his condition. Can't call mental health as all my time needs to go to help Danny. Any advice?


Answers:

Make time, when he is sleeping or get a qualified babysitter, or your husband to watch him. Then make the call to a psychiatrist and any support groups. Find out all you can about this condition. Everyone needs a break from their baby's now and then. When you get those breaks, go to the meetings,etc.Also, talk to his Therapist, they should have good suggestions that will help you. I can see how this would be hard to deal with. I hope things get better. I'm sure they will improve, some. Your husband also needs the psychiatrist. GL


Edit: I had a doctors appointment. So I had to make my answer short, earlier. I know (because I'm going to be a mom soon, too.), that we all want the best for our children. He may not be what is considered "normal". HOWEVER, you can ALL still be a loving and happy family. I have always thought that children with disabilities have so much to offer. Given love, patience and understanding they can give you so much joy and love. Counseling will help you both to deal with his medical condition. You may also want to study and apply positive thinking techniques. We all have expectations of what life should be. It is seldom that way. What we can do is try to make the best with our circumstances. I really hope this helps. Best wishes for all of you.




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