Kristyn Crow's comments

Do You Have BOTH Juvenile Diabetes and Autism in Your Family? - Blog Entry

26 Aug 2007 10:21 PM

They are very different condtions, but they may be caused by the same type of problem-- a dysfunction of the immune system causing autoantibodies to attack important organs of the body. I appreciate your comment!

Do You Have BOTH Juvenile Diabetes and Autism in Your Family? - Blog Entry

26 Aug 2007 09:01 PM

Very interesting. Thanks so much for your comment. I'm still curious whether there is a mysterious link between these two conditions, having to do with autoimmune dysfunction. Are there any other parents out there who have both conditions--autism and juvenile diabetes--in one child, or in one family?

Mental Retardation - Criteria and Lingering Questions - Blog Entry

25 Aug 2007 09:28 AM

This was a fantastic comment. I feel honored that you would take the time to share your very profound experience here. When Moms like you speak up and share, it touches the lives of others. And I think people get tired of hearing my stuff all the time. What a wonderful story. I would love to do an interview with you about your daughter's experience meeting the president. If you're interested, please email me at kriscrow@qwest.net.

Assisting Learning Disabled Kids with Homework - Blog Entry

05 Jul 2007 08:27 AM

Ev, your suggestions make a lot of sense. For some LD kids, objects or "background noise" may help them focus. For other children, however, (like one of mine) a television show, even a previously viewed one, would be so distracting that she would barely be able to complete even a few problems in a half hour. This is why the parent must experiment and discover what works for her child. Your comments are helpful because some parents may have tried to eliminate distractions and can't understand why the silence isn't working. Perhaps if they provided the child with a simple object to manipulate or some "white noise" in the background during homework time, they'll have better results. Thanks so much for sharing!

So Happy Together - Blog Entry

05 Jul 2007 08:06 AM

I am so grateful for your comment. Thanks for taking the time to leave it.

Early Intervention: Give Your Child a Head Start! - Blog Entry

01 Jul 2007 01:13 PM

Ultimately parents know their children better than anyone else. Early intervention can be a miracle for many families, but if you feel your child is "over-programmed" you must speak up as his advocate. It sounds like both of you found the path toward getting your children the help they needed most. That's what good parenting is about!

Oh, Those Handicapped Parking Spaces... - Blog Entry

13 Apr 2007 02:05 PM

It sounds like you need to speak to a different doctor, one who takes your pain seriously. If a second doctor agrees that you aren't eligible for a handicapped parking space, you might need to rethink. Maybe you should limit trips around town with the kids until your back is better. Could a family member help you by watching the kids for an hour a day so you can run errands? You need some support. I think family needs to intervene here. I'm so sorry you're in pain.

Things Getting a Bit Heated? Learn to Diffuse, NOT Inflame - Blog Entry

13 Apr 2007 02:00 PM

Thanks Michele! A firefighter brother? Cool!

The SECRET: Do We Attract Hardships With Our Negativity? - Blog Entry

06 Apr 2007 02:54 AM

From one mom of an autistic child to another, I know what you mean about accepting the situation and even feeling called to do it. Your son is very lucky to have you. Thanks so much--and please keep in touch.

Teaching Children Relationship Boundaries - Blog Entry

22 Mar 2007 04:37 PM

You're absolutely right. Even family members can cross boundaries with children. And we don't want to make the child believe that "if a family member does it, it's okay." Perhaps a circle in the center with "ME" would help illustrate that better. This chart is not specifically designed to ward off sexual abuse (although that's a goal, too) but primarily to teach special needs children differences in behavior between the people they interact with daily. Some children with disabilities can't discern that we don't run up to strangers and hug them, or that we shouldn't say very personal things to acquaintances, etc.

Thanks so much for your comment!