Swim Lessons

Swim lessons are just amazing therapy! Honestly, Little C has made more progress with swim lessons, than with Occupational Therapy at the hospital. I find that he is so much more regulated, and he absolutely LOVES going. If we could afford it, he would go all summer. This is our last week and our Haitian Sensation is really swimming! I also love the social skills aspect of being in a swim class. He needs few redirections, and leaves tired, calm and happy. If you are parenting a sensory impaired child, I would highly suggest swim lessons as one form of therapy. I am sorry we didn't start them sooner...

Notice the super-close crop...Daddy is learning how to use the clippers. Just a minor incident with a "reverse mohawk" LOL! Mommy fixed it though, and Little C is loving the freedom!

God is giving us daily wisdom when dealing with Little C's sensory issues, we see so many positive changes. We have found that gentle, calm redirection works so much better than a raised voice. A raised voice only seems to amp up the reaction, and impair his ability to process directions. When I am stressed and rushed, it only stresses him out- and everyone is unhappy. I am looking forward to taking him to school this year, walking him to class, being able to chaperone field trips, volunteer from time to time. Homeschooling Big C will afford me this luxury. At some point, we hope to homeschool Little C as well. For right now though, it is Big C's time. We covet your prayers as we move in this direction.