Freida Gutierrez

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Let's spread Autism Awareness and Kindness will follow..❤️❤️🙏🙏

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Kindness doesn’t require knowing everything. Sometimes, it just means choosing to understand, even when you don’t fully get it. Let’s move from autism awareness to true acceptance. Because when you love one person on the spectrum, you support a whole family, and help build a more inclusive world. ✨ #EmpoweringCommunities #AutiSMokPH

What kind of therapy does my child need? 💭💙

It’s a question so many parents ask—and there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Every child with autism is unique. Their needs, strengths, and struggles are different—and therapy should be too.

Here’s a quick guide to help you understand the most common types:

👐 Occupational Therapy (OT) – For kids who struggle with everyday tasks like dressing, writing, or managing sensory overload. OT builds independence and helps them feel more comfortable in their world.

🗣️ Speech & Language Therapy – For kids who need help expressing themselves, understanding others, or using words, pictures, or gestures to communicate. It’s not just about speech—it’s about connection.

🧠 ABA Therapy (Applied Behavior Analysis) – For building helpful behaviors and reducing challenges. Uses structure, routine, and positive reinforcement tailored to your child’s goals.

🎲 Play Therapy – For kids who need a safe, fun space to explore emotions, build relationships, and develop social skills—through play.

✨ You don’t have to figure it all out alone. Talk to a developmental pediatrician or therapist to find out what your child needs most right now. One small step can open big doors. 💛

🧠✨ Bakit Hindi Pa Ready si Baby for Speech Therapy? ✨🧠

Minsan ang sakit sa puso marinig na “di pa ready” si baby for speech therapy—lalo na kung as a parent, gusto mo na talaga siyang matulungan. 💬❤️

Pero eto ang totoo: speech therapy works best kung may certain basic skills na si kiddo. Kaya minsan, kailangan muna mag-antay.

❗️Here’s why therapists might say “not yet”:

➡️ Listening skills muna. Kung di pa nakikinig or di pa na-process ni baby yung words and cues, paano siya matututo?

➡️ Sitting skills din. Hindi lang ito basta “tumigil sa kakalakad.” It's about being ready to engage. Kung malikot, walang focus—walang progress.

➡️ Focus is key. Kung wala pang focus si baby, therapy will feel like background noise lang. Eh kailangan ng attention to copy sounds, respond, and connect.

💡 Good news? Pwede i-build muna 'tong skills na ‘to before actual therapy. Para kang nagpo-pour ng cement bago magpatayo ng bahay. 🏠✨

So kung sinabi ng therapist na “not yet,” hindi yun rejection. Hindi yun “wala nang pag-asa.” Ibig sabihin lang nun: “Let’s prepare more.”

Kaya kapit lang, mama at papa. Keep talking, keep playing, keep showing up. One step at a time lang. 💛

Wondering what they do inside the Therapy center?

Let's look at Rocket's ASD Awareness Page daily activities.

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Rocket’s New School Schedule: • 1 hour of Speech Therapy • 1 hour of Occupational Therapy • 1 hour of Special Education (SPED) • Plus her ongoing Playgroup class (1.5 hours daily) It’s quite a full schedule for her, but we’ve been getting really positive feedback from her teachers—which is music to any parent’s ears! If you’re in the Quezon City, New Manila area, we highly recommend @littlesparkstherapymnl 🩷💙🤍💜

It’s not just play. It’s progress. 💙

At home, we don’t repeat activities just for the sake of it.
It’s not about “mastering the game” — it’s about mastering skills that matter for our AuSome kids. 🌈

🎯 Every activity we do has a purpose:
✅ Practicing sitting skills
✅ Building patience
✅ Learning to take turns
✅ Following instructions
✅ Strengthening focus and regulation

We don’t waste time doing things over and over with no direction.
Each repetition is a step toward independence, confidence, and connection. 💪

Because every little win counts in this journey. 💙
Let’s celebrate intentional play and purposeful progress!

Why Big Moves Like Climbing, trampolining, balancing matter for Ausome Kids 🧗‍♂️💪

Climbing, jumping, crawling—these aren’t just “play” for our ausome children. These big body movements help with:

✅ Building muscle strength
✅ Improving balance and coordination
✅ Releasing energy and reducing meltdowns
✅ Supporting focus and regulation
✅ Boosting confidence and independence

Let them climb (safely)! Let them move! It’s their way of learning and growing. Movement is medicine for the body and the brain. 💙

May I know sino po ang parents dito na hindi pa napa check or diagnose ky Doc. Dev. Ped?

Don't go to the doctor without this checklist dahil masasayang lang ang oras mo.

Remember 1hour lang kau mag- uusap ni Doc taz na ngangapa kpa sa sagot. Sayang!!

Dev.Ped fee: Php 2,000- 5,000/1hour.

Pm to get your checklist.

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Be prepared!!

“Autism is a part of who I am.” 🧩 This heartwarming animation shares a young boy’s perspective on what autism means to him and how it shapes his world. A beautiful reminder to embrace and understand the unique ways in which neurodivergent individuals experience life. Credit: Icelandic Autism Charity Foundation for Children #AutismAwareness #AutismAcceptance #Neurodiversity #ParentingJourney #SpecialNeedsParenting #TheAutismDad #Autism #Parenting

Ready knb? Or Ready nba ang anak mo?

Heartbreaking ang movie na ito..matagal na to pero dumaan sya sa wall ko the other day.

Watch this. The Preparation💔💔💔😭😭😭😭

Overview:
A mother, who is set to die, finalises her arrangements with her family especially with her son who has a mental disability.










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