(05-15-2013, 07:38 AM)heather40 Wrote: Weighted blanket! I have had so many parents write to me after buying one from me, saying it is the first time their child has slept through the night in months! When my son was younger he would have night terrors and wake up screaming, now they have declined to nightmares and not too often anymore. What about a reward for making it in his bed for one night, then "let's try for two nights..." It is so hard to say because you do not know what is going on in their body at that time. Have a camp out in his room with him one night, let him see it is ok. I would still try a weighted blanket. I know when my son sleeps with me he is ALL over the place!!!! Never stops moving! I know what you are talking about!!! Just another rough patch in the SPD day, this too shall pass.

Hello Heather...thank you for taking the time to reply to my post. I am thankful for a place like this where we can give a helping hand when needed. I spoke to my wife and she plans on chatting with his OT to determine the exact weight needed. One question I have it how do you wash these things? My kids have a history of barfing in bed when sick. My concern would be cleaning the blanket without damage.

I really like your idea of a campout in his bedroom in that he's been asking me about going camping. And yes...my son is like having a wolverine on speed in bed. I am pretty certain he runs a marathon every night in his sleep. We had a good day with him yesterday and grateful for that. Sometimes I think he can sense when we have nothing left to give and are at wicks end. I love my little man so much and really proud of his accomplishments thus far. It must be tough knowing you are a bit different and trying to find your place in this crazy crazy world. Again...thanks for the information.
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