Beach Day
This day was so fun!
Our whole family loves the beach and we spent the day together, enjoying the sunshine.
I packed beach toys, snacks and books because without incentive, Michael would stand in the water all day. At this age (and actually still) Dave or I needed to be standing with him. To allow ourselves to get a little rest, we took snack breaks and sat to build sand castles and read some books. Still, most of the day was spent in the water…such a happy memory!
Safety Tips:
- Set up near a lifeguard station so they are close in case of an emergency.
- Use more sunscreen than you think you need…a child with sensory issues with a sunburn is not pretty.
- Choose bathing suits and rash guards that are brightly colored (not blue) because they are easier for lifeguards to see if they need to dive under to look for your child.
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About the Author
Erica Mauro is a mom to two teenage boys, Will who is neurotypical and Michael with Autism and cognitive delays. She holds a BA in Psychology from Colgate University and a Masters of Psychology in Education from Columbia Teacher’s College. Before staying home with her children, she worked as an elementary school teacher. For five years, she served on the Board of Directors of the Molly Ann Tango Memorial Foundation, a charity dedicated to enriching the lives of children with special needs. In partnership with her husband Dave, she aspires to parent by using daily life as an opportunity for therapeutic intervention, seizing on real experiences as opportunities to build skills and strategies for Michael in a joyful, loving home environment. On the tougher early days, she just tried to get everyone safely to bedtime and start fresh in the morning. *wink* 
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