DYSPRAXIA, DYSLEXIA AND DJ

Well as you all know it was confirmed the other week that as well as being dyslexic dj also has dyspraxia.
I thought it would be good to write a post on what i already know from researching and being told.
Apologies as this post will be quite long.

Dyspraxia is also known as development coordination disorder, or dcd for short, it is a disabillity which effects the persons movements and coordination. Their is very little known of what causes dyspraxia but it has been said that it could be linked to early labour, family history of dyspraxia, mother drinking and or taking drugs during pregnancy as well as a low birth weight.

In people with dyspraxia they say that the motor neurones in the brain haven't developed properly, so they cant send the electrial signal from the brain to the muscle as they should do.
Around 10％ of the population have dyspraxia, and its more likely to effect males, their is also no cure, it is said some may grow out of it, others dont.
Dyspraxia is often linked to one or more of the following,  autisum, add, adhd, weak muscles and dyslexia.
Dj has with his weak muscles and servere dyslexia.

Their are various symptons and signs some sufferers have many symtons others only a few.

Struggle to sit and keep still.
Struggle with hand writting.
Struggle using cutlery.
Problems concentrating.
Struggle with buttons, zips and laces.
Make funny noises, flap and fidget with arms, legs, fingers, hands and feet.
Struggle to throw, catch and kick ball.
Sensitive to texture, touch.
Problems with brushing hair and teeth, washing themselves and wiping after being to the toilet.
Problems dealing with emotions, more sensitive than others.

That is just a few of the symptons but their are many more, it is said that no 2 sufferers are the same.

Being dyspraxic does not mean you arent clever in fact it is said that people with it often have a high verbal IQ.

Dj doesnt like that he has dyslexia and dyspraxia and weak muscle tone, and is finding it a little hard and confusing at the momment, i believe thats because things are all changing, which he doesnt like, i am lucky in a way as he doesn't have behaviour problems, but he is extremly sensitive so i have to be careful when i talk to him and the way i do.

I will post again soon about how the dyspraxia, dyslexia and muscle tone effects DJ, and myself and ruby, as well as what help he gets at home and in school

A SNOWY SATURDAY

As the weather as been horrible once today, Ruby has been stressed being stuck indoors so we got some arty bits out and ruby did a picture, glue was every where tho.
We also decided to have an afternoon nap, only we ended up sleeping for 2 hours oopppss, we both must of needed it.
Dj came home from his friends moaning he is bored so out came the playdoh.

We are of next door to my mums in 10mins for a lovely roast dinner, then home to bath kids in a gelli baff, film and cuddles on the sofa, relaxing start to the holidays.

Dyspraxia confirmed

On tuesday i had to take dj to our local child development centre for a dyspraxia test, we were their for nearly 2 hours, doing various tests to check his balance, coordination, handwritting, muscles and more.
It was confirmed that he does have dyspraxia as well as being dyslexic, and that his muscles are weak.

Their is no cure for dyspraxia but their is lots of help and information out their.
If im totally honest its all alot to take in and i feel guilty for shouting at DJ for things he hasn't been able to do as i no now that their a reason for it.

DJ has servere dyslexia and dyspraxia and his previous school offered no help, but since starting at a new school last september his work and confidence has come on leaps and bounds, it's great to finally see him mixing well with a wide range of children instead of just one friend.

DJ has no coordination at all so is unable to ride a bike or scooter, because of the dyspraxia he is also behind for his age in various other things, but excels in his maths, im so proud of him for coping and not letting anything get in his way.

I will blog again soon about Dj and his dyspraxia to let you all know how he is getting on

MOTHERS DAY

My first handmade mothers day card by ruby age 2 years

I am currently attending a 12 week course, Once a week on a monday for 2 hours and whilst i am their ruby goes into a creche to play with the other children and every week they do some sort of arts and crafts, last week i had a cat with blue ears, the week before that i had a red, white and black sheep and the week before that it was a green, blue and pink pig mask.

Well today it was my first hand made mothers day card from her, yes i no it's early but i had to have it today as she won't be in creche again until after mothers day and i have to say how proud i am and how happy i feel.

Love both my kiddies millions.

What has everyone got planned for mother's day this year? i'm of for a meal with my mum and the kids

WISH LIST 2013

As some of my blog readers may know already i like to enter competitions so i thought i would write a wish list of things that would be nice and fingers crossed i could win in 2013.

1) A new laptop or ipad as mines on it's way out and im hopefully going to collage in September

2) Some shopping vouchers or new clothes, for myself and the kids

3) Games, dvds and toys for the kids

4) A new mobile phone

5) A small holiday or night away for me and the kids

What would you like to win this year, is their anything in particular you would like? Big or small?

Would like to wish my fellow compers lots and lots of lucky dust and hope you all win something nice

DYDD GWYL DEWI SANT HAPUS

                                     

HAPPY ST DAVIDS DAY

MARCH 1ST 2013

Yesterday in Wales it was st davids day and my son went to school wearing his welsh rugby top, welsh scarf and a funny hat that has the welsh dragon on (no pics as ran out of batteries in camera :( )

My son's school did various activity's throughout the day with the children then served up a st david's day dinner.

They also put on a small concert in the afternoon, which was followed by bara brith, ( also known as speckled bread) and tea and coffee, Their was a small charge for parents to watch and have refreshments afterwards but it all goes towards the school and new equipment which is great.

On st Davids day, alot of people like to pin a small leek or daffodil on their coat or shirt

DJ said he had a lot of fun and enjoyed his day which is what matters

Hwyl am y tro ( bye for now )