Just Great!
Could this kid be any happier? It’s just the best!
The most valuable lesson I glean from looking back at this post is not to underestimate your child. Be realistic and reasonable, but don’t put limits on them just because of their diagnosis.
Scaling up
We began trying hockey games at the Nassau Coliseum. Then, once we knew he loved it, we were brave enough to give Brooklyn a try. It was louder and busier – by a lot – but Mikey soaked it all in and had a blast!
Now, we go to games at UBS Arena which is much louder, but also more spread out and more manageable for Mikey. We have our routine down from our family restroom to our favorite spot to grab a cheeseburger. We’re pros.
But we never would have gotten there if we hadn’t been willing to take the first try at a hockey outing. What might be fun for your little one?
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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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