How to get through the next few weeks.

[ICanSeeTheSun]

Just had an operation, going to be off my feet for a good few weeks depending on recovery.

I have 2 adorable children, DD aged 5 who is a real gem never in trouble, always listens and will cuddle and watch TV or love a story.

However I also have my ds aged 8, he is an amazing little boy who fills everyday with laughter, however he has autism and the next few weeks are going to be hard on him.

What would you do.

So I don't drip feed I have an amazing support network around me.

Lean on your network. Ask for help. if you can, offer to "pay back" the help in various ways once you're better. Honestly most people are happy to help if they can, and the more people you ask the less each has to do.

Are there people in your network that your DS knows/ is happy to be with?

Yes, but I feel guilty it's not me.

How does the autism effect him? Would the change to his routine cause him stress and therefore meltdowns?

If not then I wouldn't worry too much amd just keep telling them both you love them and get them to plan some fun things to do when you are back on your feet.

If it would then maybe start introducing someone to the routine now to give him a few weeks to get used to it would be a good idea?

Sorry just reread op and see you have had the op. In which case stick with option one regardless

I am sure they will be fine!!

If DC are happy then no need at all to feel guilty. As light says you can plan some fun things to do once you are back up and running.

Best of luck!

Would it help to split your day into chunks with a big timetable the both dc's can understand?
So:
Breakfast
Tidy up
Park with grandma
Lunch
Playing with lego
Watch a film
Play in the garden
Tea
Tidy up
Bath
Story
Bedtime

This works with my very hyperactive and short attention spanned (though not autistic) dc in the holidays as he can see what's coming next and 'pace' himself. When he was younger, I used pictures rather than words.

Thanks for the replys.

This morning was a nightmare, stuck on the sofa trying to verbally get them ready for school.

Bug hunt that's an amazing suggestion, could always get his pec cards routine thing out again if needs be